The Death of Al-Hallaj
"Highly recommended. Mason's preface is a fine introduction to the renowned Muslim mystic and the dramatic narrative that follows." --Choice“Mason’s poetic style lends itself well to the telling of such a powerful tale.” —Library Journal“A simple, evocative introduction to the teachings of one of Islam’s most enduring, and controversial, figures.” —Parabola"In well-constructed and beautiful poetic prose, Mason retells the mystical journey of Alexander the Great in search of immortality. He is guided by that well-known superhuman Muslim hero, Al-Khadir. The quest fails but the tale lives on as one of literary Persia's most beautiful narratives." —The Muslim World--This text refers to thePaperbackedition.