num_pages: 320
description: In this wide-ranging anthology of Sufi writings, Idries Shah, who was one of Sufism's leading exponents, offers a broad selection of poetry, contemplations, letters, lectures, and teaching stories that together form an illuminating introduction to this unique body of thought. Sufism, the mystical aspect of Islam, has had a dynamic and lasting effect on the literature of that religion. Its teachings, often elusive and subtle, aim at the perfecting and completing of the human mind. In contrast to certain other beliefs and philosophies, Sufism is continually evolving and progressing and is consequently always relevant to the contemporary world.  "His work is as exciting as a good novel"--The Times Literary Supplement
language: English
title: The Way of the Sufi
titlecomplete: The Way of the Sufi (Compass)
genres: Religion, Mysticism, Poetry, Philosophy, Spirituality, Education, Nonfiction, Theology, Islam, History
ratings_count: 737
publisher: Penguin Books