1 / 7The Heart of Rumi: Poems of Friendship, Love, and Spiritual Reflection
Friendship Love Spiritual Reflection: The Heart of Rumi is an English-language collection presenting more than 350 poems by the Persian poet, translated by Nader Khalili. Its illustrated, gift-style presentation and substantial page count suit readers looking for a themed selection rather than a brief quotation book.
At a glance
- The publisher describes a curated selection of over 350 Rumi poems translated by Nader Khalili.
- Colour illustrations accompany the poems.
- The listed binding details include a foil and debossed cover, rounded corners, a round spine and a ribbon marker.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A broad selection organised around friendship, love and spiritual reflection gives readers several related themes in one volume.
- The stated illustrations and ribbon marker add visual variety and a practical way to mark a place.
Cons
- At 994 g, this is a relatively weighty book to carry compared with a slim poetry volume.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Wellfleet Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 16 Oct. 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1577155505 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1577155508 |
| Weight listed | 994 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.26 x 3.3 x 23.88 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking a substantial selection of Rumi poetry in English.
- Gift buyers who value illustrated presentation and decorative binding details.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a lightweight pocket-sized poetry book.
- Readers who specifically need a scholarly edition with translation notes, since those are not described in the supplied details.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The aggregate ratings lean strongly towards the higher star categories, but the sample is small and no written feedback is supplied. Those ratings therefore offer limited guidance on translation, illustration quality or physical presentation. Buyers can assess the stated themes and book details, but should not treat the rating pattern as confirmation of a particular reading experience.
Frequently asked questions
How many poems are included?
The listing describes a curated selection of over 350 poems.
Who translated the poems?
The listing credits the translations to Iranian-American architect and writer Nader Khalili.
Is the book illustrated?
Yes. The listing says it includes colour illustrations.
What is the book's listed length?
The product details list 352 pages.
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