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The Prophet is a book of twenty-six prose poetry chapters written by Lebanese-American author Kahlil Gibran, first published in 1923. The narrative frames the teachings of the prophet Almustafa, who, before departing the fictional city of Orphalese by ship, delivers philosophical discourses on topics including love, marriage, children, work, joy, sorrow, and death at the request of the city's people. The book has been continuously in print since publication and translated into dozens of languages. Gibran's lyrical prose draws on both Arabic literary traditions and Western Romantic and Symbolist influences.
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Who is the author of the poetry book The Prophet?
The book was written by Lebanese-American author Kahlil Gibran. It remains his most famous literary work and a massive international success.
When was The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran first published?
The book of prose poetry was first published in 1923. It contains twenty-six distinct poetic chapters.
Who is the main character in The Prophet?
The narrative centers around the teachings of a prophet named Almustafa. Before departing the fictional city of Orphalese by ship, he shares his philosophical wisdom with the people.
How many chapters are in Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet?
The book is structured into twenty-six prose poetry chapters. Each chapter explores different philosophical aspects of human life, such as love, marriage, and death.
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