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The Prophet

Kahlil Gibran
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The Prophet

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Kahlil Gibran

The Prophet

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

127

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Orphalese • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran centers on Almustafa, a person who shares profound wisdom on various aspects of life, such as love, marriage, and work, with the townspeople before departing. Through poetic prose, the text explores deep philosophical and spiritual themes, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

321,201 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is lauded for its poetic prose and profound philosophical insights. Readers appreciate its spiritual depth, timeless wisdom, and lyrical beauty. However, some find the abstract style challenging and feel it lacks a cohesive narrative. Overall, it remains a revered classic that inspires contemplation and introspection.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Prophet?

A reader who enjoys The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran often appreciates poetic prose, philosophical musings, and spiritual reflections on life and the human condition. Comparable to fans of Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse and The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, they seek profound wisdom in beautifully crafted language.

4.4

321,201 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

127

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Orphalese • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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