Thought-provoking collection of life-affirming parables and poems by the author of The Prophet, many casting an ironic light on the beliefs, aspirations, and vanities of humankind. "How I Became a Madman," "The Two Hermits," "The Wise Dog," "The Good God and the Evil God," "Night and the Madman," many more. Three illustrations by the author.
Poems, Parables and Drawings by Kahlil Gibran, Alice Raphael Elegant but inexpensive, this clothbound volume includes complete texts and drawings of The Madman and The Forerunner, plus 20 additional illustrations and a perceptive essay by art historian Alice Raphael.