• The Purity of Desire is a collection of 100 poems by the revered poet and spiritual thinker, Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, translated by bestselling poet Daniel Ladinsky.
• Known for his poignant renderings of mystical texts, Ladinsky beautifully captures the beauty, intimacy, and musicality of Rumi's verses.
• The poems in this volume explore the theme of desire, a universal emotion, inspired by Rumi's love and reverence for his companion and spiritual teacher, Shams-e Tabriz.
• The collection showcases the profound wisdom of Rumi, one of Islam's most esteemed artistic and religious voices, and one of the most widely read poets in the English language.
• The Purity of Desire is a spiritually enriching work that awakens the soul and offers insight into the depths of human longing and connection.

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