This was the book, I bought after, I got obsessed with" The Prophet". Believe me it is a treasure. Its a book with life- It speaks to you, to the prejudiced you, the ignorant you. The wisdom and thoughts it holds is explosive, It will uplift you to clearer perception, break you veil of preconceived notion, make you stare into naked truth-to see reality as it is, Transform the way you think for ever and throw a light on life of humankind and give you a feel of the mind of a viciously perceptive mystic. A must read book for deep thinkers. With the turmoil and troubles that this man faced in his life, to the man he became in spite of it all, remains an inspiration to all mankind.
To all the readers and admirers of the man my wish for you-
May your perception grow clearer and clearer, your peace grow deeper and deeper. your burden lighter and lighter.

Sometimes he is a bit too soft for my tastes, even sentimental - dare I say predictable and generic - with his poems and prayers and meditations. There can be a formula in this sort of writing too. Nevertheless, there is enough here that is good so that every reader will find something that touches them. And there are millions who find everything he has written worthwhile.

hard to pick out a more moving book, it covers all emotions and senses eloquently. Provokes deep thought as well as laughter, fills ones heart in many ways. A true classic, for all time.

Great collection of the 'prophets' writings, the only down side is that as thick as it is it is too thin.