Kahlil Gibran: A Biography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258031008)

""Kahlil Gibran: A Biography"" by Mikhail Naimy is a comprehensive account of the life of the famous Lebanese-American poet, artist, and philosopher, Kahlil Gibran. The book traces Gibran's life from his birth in Bsharri, Lebanon, in 1883 to his death in New York City in 1931. Naimy delves into Gibran's childhood, his family background, and his early education in Lebanon before he moved to the United States with his family in 1895. The book also explores Gibran's artistic and literary endeavors, including his early drawings and paintings, his literary works, and his association with the New York literary and artistic scene in the early 20th century. The biography sheds light on Gibran's personal life, including his relationships with women, his spiritual beliefs, and his political views. It also delves into Gibran's travels to Europe and the Middle East, which greatly influenced his work. Naimy's biography is a fascinating account of one of the most influential writers and thinkers of the 20th century. It provides readers with an in-depth understanding of Gibran's life, work, and legacy, and offers a glimpse into the cultural and political milieu of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Mikhail Naimy, Kahlil Gibran
ISBN-10: 1258031000
ISBN-13: 9781258031008
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 294
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d