The Conference of the Birds by Sholeh Wolpé, Attar of Nishapur

The Conference of the Birds

Sholeh Wolpé, Attar of Nishapur

384 pages first pub 1177 (editions)

fiction classics poetry religion reflective medium-paced
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Considered by Rumi to be “the master” of Sufi mystic poetry, Attar is best known for this epic poem, a magnificent allegorical tale about the soul’s search for meaning. He recounts the perilous journey of the world’s birds to the faraway peaks of ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 64 reviews

Moods

inspiring 83%
reflective 83%
challenging 33%
hopeful 33%
mysterious 33%
emotional 16%
funny 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 16%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

N/A: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

N/A: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.0

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