Essential Rumi

Coleman Barks is an American poet and translator best known for his interpretations of the 13th-century Persian poet Rumi. His translations of Rumi's works have brought the mystical and spiritual teachings of the Sufi poet to a wide audience in the English-speaking world. Barks' translations are known for their lyrical and accessible style, capturing the essence of Rumi's poetry while also infusing them with his own poetic sensibility. One of his most famous works is "The Essential Rumi," a collection of Rumi's poems translated by Barks. His contributions to literature have helped to popularize Rumi's poetry and teachings, making them more accessible to a contemporary audience.