Kahlil Gibran

1883–1931 · Lebanon / United States · Modern

The Lebanese-American poet and artist Kahlil Gibran wrote The Prophet (1923), 26 poetic essays on love, children, work and freedom that have been translated into more than 100 languages.

✒️ Major works

The Prophet (1923)

📚 Books

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The Prophet

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Frequently asked questions

Are Kahlil Gibran’s poems free to read?

Yes. Kahlil Gibran’s poems are in the public domain. Full books are also free in the library.

What are Kahlil Gibran’s best-known works?

The Prophet (1923).

Kahlil Gibran

✒️ Major works

📚 Books

More Modern poets

Frequently asked questions

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