Rumi — Poet of Joy and Love
Rumi — Poet of Joy and Love
by Rashin Kheiriyeh
Pub Date 05 Mar 2024
NorthSouth Books Inc.,NorthSouth Books
Children’s Fiction| Children’s Nonfiction| Multicultural Interest
North South Books and Netgalley have provided me with a copy of Rummi-Poet of Joy and Love for review:
“Be a friend to everyone.” Rumi’s words are more relevant than ever. It is a picture book biography of the renowned Persian poet Rumi that introduces children to his life and teachings.
It is important to remember that even the greatest poets were once children. It was the same with Rumi. As a child, he was captivated by birds and books. Later in life, he became a scholar, but it was the loss of his best friend, Shams, that led him to his most significant realization: There is love within each of us and around the world.
Rumi, a Persian mystic and poet, is one of the most widely read poets in the world. Originally from Iran, Rashin Kheiriyeh is a renowned illustrator. This picture book is a touching tribute to Rumi’s wisdom and warmth. Strong colors and ornamental details transport us to the Persian Empire in the 13th century.
Yet Rumi’s story and his poetry are timeless.
This narrative nonfiction picture book, written by Iranian-American artist Rashin Kheiriyeh, honors his life and the 750th anniversary of his death.
I give Rumi-Poet of Joy and Love five out of five stars!
Happy Reading!