Publishing on Valentine's Day, this charming anthology includes an unusually varied and moving collection of some of the best-loved poetry ever written. The first compilation of love poetry with truly international coverage, Suheil Bushrui, renowned literature professor of over 40 years experience, presents original English and translated verse from around the globe and down the ages. From Russia to Egypt, India to Germany, this inimitable volume includes 120 works from some of the foremost writers in history, including Goethe, Dante, Ibn Arabi, and Rumi, as well as poetry from indigenous peoples from Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Perfect for any lover of verse, or as a unique gift for someone special, this attractive hardback is destined to become a firm favourite.

Author Biography

Suheil Bushrui is the director of the University of Maryland Kahlil Gibran Research and Studies Project, U.S.