Utterly unique and beloved around the world, The Prophet is a thought-provoking and comforting twentieth century classic. Kahlil Gibran's poetic essays tell the story of fictional prophet Al-Mustafa and offer an inspirational guide to life with philosophies on common issues from love and friendship to religion and freedom. Originally published in 1923, The Prophet continues to inspire millions worldwide with its timeless words of love and mystical longing. Writing with insight, hope, and a remarkable compassion for the human condition, Kahlil Gibran explores ideas of joy and sorrow, friendship, good and evil, pleasure, reason and passion, expressing humanity's yearning for a Unity of Being, only achieved through love.