Synopsis

A smoldering collection of 100 love poems by master poet Rumi that will set fire to even the iciest of hearts. Accompanied by illuminating commentary throughout, The Flame of Love explores the depths of passion, longing, and loss through Rumi’s timeless verses.The Flame of Love is an alluring collection of 100 love poems by world-renowned poet Rumi, never before translated for a modern audience. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Rumis words as he explores the depths of love, passion, and longing through his timeless verses. Rumi, a thirteenth-century Persian Sufi mystic, is widely regarded as one of the greatest poets in history. The Flame of Love unveils a new facet of Rumis brilliance, featuring lesser-known love poems that capture the complexities of love in all its forms, along with insightful commentary on the poems and an introduction about Rumi’s life. TIMELESS AND UNIVERSAL: This carefully curated collection features love poetry that transcends time, showcasing the powerful depths of human emotion. Rumis lyrical verses will resonate with readers from all walks of life. 100 NEVER-BEFORE-TRANSLATED POEMS: The Flame of Love brings together 100 never-before-translated poems by Rumi, offering readers a fresh and unique glimpse into the master poets work. INSIGHTFUL COMMENTARY: Translator Muhammad Ali Mojaradi offers an introduction about Rumi’s life, as well as commentary on the poems themselves that provides valuable context for readers who want to dive deeper into Rumi’s work. THOUGHTFUL GIFT: With an elegant cover and charming illustrations throughout, this beautifully designed book is a romantic gift that any poetry lover will cherish for years to come.

About The Author

Muhammad Ali Mojaradi is a scholar, teacher, and translator of Persian poetry. Born and raised in Michigan in an Iranian immigrant household, he moved to Tehran at the age of fifteen. After earning a degree in Economics and Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan, Mojaradi studied Arabic at the Qasid Arabic Institute and Jordan University. In 2020, he went back to Tehran to deepen his knowledge of Persian poetry. Upon returning to America, he launched @persianpoetics and created the #rumiwasmuslim campaign, attracting international media attention. Mojaradi has been interviewed in Huffington Post, The Middle East Monitor, The New Arab, New Lines Magazine, and Farsang Journal, and on the podcasts Sacred and Profane, The East is a Podcast, and Al Jazeeras The Listening Post, among others.