Sufism & Beyond by Ansari, Ali. (Mapin Publishing,2006) [Paperback]

by Ali M. Ansari

The book discusses the precise set of mechanisms through which the artifact of the separate self arises and is perpetuated. It considers the enormous implications of the psychological existence and non-existence of the separate self. The author argues that the primate-human brain, rooted in the me-thou dichotomy, based on deep illusion, has outlived its usefulness and must now be transformed if the species is to survive. This illusion can be gradually dispelled. The book shows how we can set ourselves free.

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Ali Massoud Ansari is professor of Modern History at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. He is the founder of the Institute of Iranian Studies.