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 65 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
inspiring 71%
mysterious 42%
challenging 28%
emotional 28%
hopeful 28%
adventurous 14%
funny 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 28%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

N/A: 50% | Character: 25% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | N/A: 40%

Average rating

3.98

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