Sand and Foam: Wen Si Bo's English-Chinese Parallel Translation (Collector's Edition)

Author: (Lebanon) Kahlil Gibran, original text by Kahlil Gibran, translated by Hou Haoyuan
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book includes Gibran's English works "The Madman," "The Forerunner," "The Prophet," "Sand and," and "Jesus, Son of Man." The selection of these works was made with the aim of preserving the essence of the original as much as possible using the author's own words, allowing readers to grasp the author's flowing thoughts and imminent wisdom through the text. The book contains the author's insightful sayings on life and art, with rich and diverse themes. Some are as short as one sentence, while others span several sentences. They appear effortless yet are every word a gem, every sentence a masterpiece. Not only are the writings elegant and timeless in style, but they are also profound in thought, innovative in perspective, and rich in philosophy and inspiration, provoking deep reflection. "Sand and" is one of Gibran's most famous works. Using natural imagery of "sand" and "foam," the author metaphorically conveys the insignificance of individuals in society like sand and the illusory nature of things like foam. The entire collection is filled with philosophical depth and wisdom, serving as an aphorism book on life, art, love, and human nature, worthy of repeated reading. Beyond philosophy, the poetry is also rich in musical beauty, like celestial melodies, conveying the love and truth of life, offering solace and encouragement to those who are troubled and uncertain! Like other works, Gibran's poetry transcends time and boundaries. The words are imbued with profound philosophy, reflecting the shared emotions of humanity and fulfilling the diverse needs of different souls.