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Caravan of Dreams distills the essence of Eastern thought in a feast of stories, sayings, poems and allegories, collected by one of the world's leading experts in Oriental philosophy. Idries Shah builds up a complete picture of a single consciousness, relating mythology to reality, illuminating historical patterns, and presenting philosophical legends in this unique anthology. Its title is inspired from the couplet written by the Sufi mystic Bahaudin: 'Here we are, all of us: in a dream-caravan, A caravan, but a dream - a dream, but a caravan. And we know which are the dreams. Therein lies the hope.'

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Idries Shah

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Idries Shah (Persian: ادریس شاه), also known as Idris Shah, né Sayed Idries el-Hashimi (Arabic: سيد إدريس هاشمي), was an author and teacher in the Sufi tradition who wrote over three dozen critically acclaimed books on topics ranging from psychology and spirituality to travelogues and culture studies.

Born in India, the descendant of a family of Afghan nobles, Shah grew up mainly in England. His early writings centred on magic and witchcraft. In 1960 he established a publishing house, Octagon Press, producing translations of Sufi classics as well as titles of his own. His most seminal work was The Sufis, which appeared in 1964 and was well received internationally. In 1965, Shah founded the Institute for Cultural Research, a London-based educational charity devoted to the study of human behaviour and culture. A similar organisation, the Institute for the Study of Human Knowledge (ISHK), exists in the United States, under the directorship of Stanford University psychology professor Robert Ornstein, whom Shah appointed as his deputy in the U.S.

In his writings, Shah presented Sufism as a universal form of wisdom that predated Islam. Emphasising that Sufism was not static but always adapted itself to the current time, place and people, he framed his teaching in Western psychological terms. Shah made extensive use of traditional teaching stories and parables, texts that contained multiple layers of meaning designed to trigger insight and self-reflection in the reader. He is perhaps best known for his collections of humorous Mulla Nasrudin stories.

Shah was at times criticised by orientalists who questioned his credentials and background. His role in the controversy surrounding a new translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, published by his friend Robert Graves and his older brother Omar Ali-Shah, came in for particular scrutiny. However, he also had many notable defenders, chief among them the novelist Doris Lessing. Shah came to be recognised as a spokesman for Sufism in the West and lectured as a visiting professor at a number of Western universities. His works have played a significant part in presenting Sufism as a secular, individualistic form of spiritual wisdom.

Idries Shah's books on Sufism achieved considerable critical acclaim. He was the subject of a BBC documentary ("One Pair of Eyes") in 1969, and two of his works (The Way of the Sufi and Reflections) were chosen as "Outstanding Book of the Year" by the BBC's "The Critics" programme. Among other honours, Shah won six first prizes at the UNESCO World Book Year in 1973, and the Islamic scholar James Kritzeck, commenting on Shah's Tales of the Dervishes, said that it was "beautifully translated".
The reception of Shah's movement was also marked by much controversy. Some orientalists were hostile, in part because Shah presented classical Sufi writings as tools for self-development to be used by contemporary people, rather than as objects of historical study. L. P. Elwell-Sutton from Edinburgh University, Shah's fiercest critic, described his books as "trivial", replete with errors of fact, slovenly and inaccurate translations and even misspellings of Oriental names and words – "a muddle of platitudes, irrelevancies and plain mumbo-jumbo", adding for good measure that Shah had "a remarkable opinion of his own importance". Expressing amusement and amazement at the "sycophantic manner" of Shah's interlocutors in a BBC radio interview, Elwell-Sutton concluded that some Western intellectuals were "so desperate to find answers to the questions that baffle them, that, confronted with wisdom from 'the mysterious East,' they abandon their critical faculties and submit to brainwashing of the crudest kind". To Elwell-Sutton, Shah's Sufism belonged to the realm of "Pseudo-Sufism", "centred not on God but on man."

Doris Lessing, one of Shah's greatest defenders,stated in a 1981 interview: "I found Sufism as taught by Idries Shah, which claim

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44 reviews3 followers
March 9, 2019
Shah hopes to assist readers of his work in many ways, one of which is to provide a kind of immunity to prolonged bouts of extremist thought and action, whether localised in an individual mind, or manifested within a larger group or culture.

In 'Caravan' the breadth of which is kaleidoscopic, he starts with 'Traditions of the Prophet' which could be interpreted as 'things what Mohammed said' to his companions, family, friends and community. He explains that much labour, resource, and academic endeavour has been deployed in investigating their accuracy, and that over one hundred and seventy significant contributors to this area of study were women. He then provides a selection of the 'traditions' from a respected collection. Included are:

''Whoever has no kindness has no faith, You ask me to curse unbelievers. But I was not sent to curse, No monkery in Islam, My back has been broken by 'pious' men, The holy warrior is he who struggles with himself, Anyone reviling a brother for a sin will not himself die before committing it, The Koran has been revealed in seven forms. Each verse has an inner and outer meaning, Speaking the truth to the unjust is the best of holy wars, and many more.

Once exposed to lines such as these it seems impossible to concur that the Prophet would condone the types of theological fascism presently causing so much grief around the world. It also seems deeply simplistic to agree with those who assert that Mohammed's works can be used to justify caution and suspicion of 'muslims' and their communities.

Not bad for a Scot.
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91 reviews19 followers
January 24, 2015
This is an old friend that hasn´t been resting on its book shelf for long. The Sufi and author Idries Shah was as a person and with his books a bridge between east and west. Here he presents eastern mind, traditions, humor and history in his very own special way – humoristic, erudite and wise. The title alludes to the words of Sufi mystic Bahauddin Naqshband “Here we are, all of us: in a dream caravan….” and in the book follows, like in a wonderful, wondrous caravan, all kinds of stories. It is very interesting to read about the vast work that was accomplished after the death of the prophet Mohammed with collecting and authenticating all of his sayings, so called Hadiths. It was a work that evolved to a science.
”You ask me to curse unbelievers. But I was not sent to curse.”
”Do you think you love your creator? Love your fellow-creature first.”
These and fifty-one more Hadiths to ponder are there as well as stories of Mulla Nasrudin, told to and recorded by the author. And much, much more.
Read this and Idries Shah´s other books. They are needed more than ever in these fundamentalist times
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69 reviews7 followers
October 16, 2014
CARAVAN OF DREAMS, by IDRIES SHAH

"Caravan of Dreams" by Idries Shah, originally published in 1968, is being reissued this November (2014) in a new edition. The book is, in the words on the back cover, "[a] rich collection of Eastern oral and written literature." It is itself like a caravan of small treasures (which seem to grow bigger as one reads).

It is one of my favourite books, and one of the most beautiful books I've ever read.

It's an unusual book. It is still, 46 years after its publication, hard to fit into our conventional literary categories. It seems more reminiscent of Middle eastern classics like Rumi's Mathnawi, Saadi's Rose Garden, or the Thousand and One Nights, in being a collection of many different types of written materials -- autobiography, poetry, jokes, proverbs, prophetic traditions, information or exposition, tales, table-talk, teaching encounters. By turns the text is abrasive, practical, soothing, wonder-provoking, informative, wry, funny, haunting, and exquisitely evocative.

"Caravan of Dreams" is arranged into several sections: Traditions of the Prophet, Adventures of Mulla Nasrudin, travels (on the Red Sea and the pilgrimage to Mecca), Thoughts from Omar Khayyam, Meditations of Rumi, Short Stories, Extracts, and Table Talk by Idries Shah. The Short Stories alone have a great range of moods and styles, from the lurid 'Prince of Darkness' to the stately goofiness of 'The Tale of Melon City,' to the strange magic and wonder of 'The Story of Mushkil Gusha' and 'The Magic Horse.' The Extracts include a wide variety of material, like passages from Gibbon's "Decline and Fall," more tales, and remarks by Sufi teaching masters. There are relentless psychological appraisals in 'Saadi: On Envy' and surprisingly vivid anecdotes like 'The Artillery' (also very funny). The Table Talk too is full of stories, piquant observations, and aphoristic-like remarks that bear thinking about, such as:

A Motto of the Human Race

Tell me what to do; but it must be what I want you to tell me.

Or,

Fortune

'When Fortune knocks, open the door,' they say.
But why should one make fortune knock, by keeping the door shut?

Or,

Inner Knowledge

You want to become wise in one lesson:
First become a real human being.

The diversity of forms and styles may be a sort of tonic, may help prevent the reader from falling into a somnolence brought on by the repetition of material in a single manner (for instance only tales; or only information; or only poetry). The book's arrangement seems to help us approach the material in a way that minimizes the 'Coercive Agencies' that Shah discusses in it.

Commenting on any part or aspect of the book seems to create a too-narrow focus on that part, and to trivialize it. The 'lens' of commentary shrinks and deforms the object. (And the process of deformation of -- or through? -- thought is commented on in 'A Few Short Miles' in the Table Talk section.)

Following some of the suggestions in the book can open up what almost seem like new worlds to the observer. Like the suggestion that we study "[t]he growth, development and activity of informal coercive agencies, not often recognised as such because of the poorly delineated identification and measurement tools in current use." Pursuing this can reveal a largely unsuspected world of manipulative patterns and behaviours that constrain us, and seem at least as harmful and expensive to society as recognized, formal tyrannies. (This section seems to have been so pertinent to Doris Lessing that she quoted from it at the beginning of volume 2 of her autobiography, "Walking in the Shade.") Areas of the book that seem less clear or enjoyable at first will reward repeated attention. Different meanings open up with time, thought, and successive readings, such as the 'Definitions of Mulla Do-Piaza' or the short statements in the Table Talk. Much of the material in the book can help us to see ourselves, by showing us what we are like in some states.

Tahir Shah, one of the greatest travellers of the contemporary world, wrote that Bruce Chatwin's "The Songlines" and "Caravan of Dreams" are the two books he always takes travelling. (See his "In Arabian Nights: A Caravan of Moroccan Dreams.")

Reading this book, one seems close to the very heart of what literature is trying to say, and perhaps to what it, at its best, is trying to do.

Here is one magical piece, by Omar Khayyam:

I Flew

I was a hawk. I flew from the secret world
Desiring to wing at once to heights.
But as I found none worthy of the Secret
I went back by the door through which I came.

The publisher, ISF Publishing (http://isf-publishing.org/), is releasing a new edition of "Caravan of Dreams" in November 2014.
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899 reviews82 followers
December 19, 2008
Idries Shah was a popularizer of Sufi-ism in much the same way as D. T. Suzuki was for Buddhism. This book is largely short entertaining stories and parables - a nice thing to have in your hip pocket as you stroll about. Whether by reading it, one is in any way getting a coherent sense of mystic Islam or subtly absorbing wisdom of any sort is anybody's guess.
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105 reviews4 followers
May 31, 2013
Three things cannot be retrieved:
The arrow once sped from the bow
The word spoken in haste
The missed opportunity.
(Ali the Lion, Caliph of Islam, son-in-law of Mohammed the Prophet), Caravan of Dreams, page 210
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21 reviews8 followers
January 29, 2009
A pretty diverse selection of Islamic stories, proverbs, and allegories that can mostly be summarized like this:
- Don't be a fool.
- You probably don't even know that you're a fool.
- Things aren't what they seem, especially when you're a fool.
- It's possible, but very difficult, to stop your foolishness. Try, all your life.
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14 reviews26 followers
February 23, 2018
An anthology full of wisdom from the Middle-East
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41 reviews6 followers
July 22, 2015
‘Caravan of Dreams’ is an extraordinary anthology. As in the exquisite geometric design on the cover, each piece – from uncorrupted teaching story to cryptic proverb – has its place in an entertaining work, designed to show that what is possible to man goes well beyond what our society considers its limit. Just how low our expectations are is revealed in some startlingly frank observations by Idries Shah.

To benefit from a book like this needs more than passive reading. Intellectual analysis of stories, which can simply be enjoyed, is not recommended, but there are contemplation materials and opportunities for reflection. Shah also provides insights into our Western culture, on which we can base study of our own lives, and of our surroundings. This is not the first time I have read this book, and I am still far from exhausting its riches.

It is almost fifty years since ‘Caravan of Dreams’ was published. With hindsight it seems obvious that, had it been more widely read in both East and West, we could have been spared the conflict and misery, which misunderstanding between our cultures engenders. Let's hope this essence of a wise tradition reaches many readers.
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8 reviews
March 22, 2019
This book is rich in contemplation material set out as sayings, stories and table-talk, such as this on the long-lasting damage that takes place because we think it is not possible to aim for knowledge:

“Principles and inelastic rules are the last bastion of the primitive. Principles are guides which substitute for knowledge; rules are drawn up to guide those who do not know.

Primitive man has stayed with us for aeons, sustained by the pessimistic belief that, since knowledge is impossible, substitutes must always be employed instead.”

A great book to keep, go back to and reflect on.
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196 reviews14 followers
February 25, 2020
The book opens with The Traditions of the Prophet and as one of the reviewers has said: the transcendent wisdom therein, combats fanaticism, in all it's guises, East and West.
The rest of the book, extends this Caravan of Wisdom, as a necklace of brilliants, extends light.
Here is one page.
'The Thief.
A man of Merv, well known as the home of complicated thinkers, ran shouting one night through the city’s streets. ’Thief Thief!’ he cried.
The people surrounded him, and when he was a little calmer asked: ‘Where was the thief?’
‘In my house.’
Did you see him?’
‘No.
‘Was anything missing ?’
‘No.’
‘How do you know there was a thief then?’
‘I was lying in bed when I remembered that thieves break into houses without a sound, and move very quietly. I could hear nothing , so I knew that there was a thief in the house, you fool!’
'(Niamat Khan).
'Know your measure.
'Proverb.
'What is their opinion in their cups, those who have said that wine is an abomination?
' Proverb.'
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Author 12 books44 followers
September 20, 2015
Clear thinking, common sense and humour are not what we’ve come to expect from the Middle East and Central Asia. This glittering caravan of thought-provoking jokes, proverbs, table talk and tales delivers all this and more. It reveals what we share and can learn from Eastern lands. Here's a little sample:

Sayings of the Prophet Mohammed: Women are the twin-halves of Men. Trust in God, but tie your camel first.
Idries Shah: Show me a man who thinks that he knows what 'good' is, and I will probably be able to show you a horror of a person. Show me a person who really knows what 'good' is, and I will show you that he almost never uses the word.
Life: Sometimes the man on the saddle, sometimes the saddle on the man. Proverb
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Author 3 books56 followers
March 15, 2019
This is one of my favourite books in the Shah corpus. There is a heavy tinge of Arabia, and something of its magic, that is slightly above and beyond the other Shah books of its ilk. The collections of proverbs, sayings, anecdotes, and stories, all woven together into a kind of narrative fabric, resemble a camel-train laden with treasures. It’s like a profound fairy tale collection for adults that you can – and should – read over and over again. Each time you do, it’s as if the book is discovered anew.
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Author 46 books57 followers
June 26, 2015
A treasure of a book that could work to wash away many of the preconceptions that hang over Islam today, through the many beautiful hadiths (oral traditions of the Prophet Muhammad). This volume includes several beautiful examples of travel writing (taken from the book Destination Mecca) and poignant reflections from the author himself regarding psychology, sociology, and the bars that keep humankind trapped in an avoidable maze.
221 reviews1 follower
April 26, 2024
This reminds me of Aesop’s fables with a middle eastern feel and Confucius style sayings.
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196 reviews14 followers
February 25, 2020
The book opens with The Traditions of the Prophet and as one of the reviewers has said: the transcendent wisdom therein, combats fanaticism, in all it's guises, East and West.
The rest of the book, extends this Caravan of Wisdom, as a necklace of brilliants, extends light.
Here is one page.
The Thief.
A man of Merv, well known as the home of complicated thinkers, ran shouting one night through the city’s streets. ’Thief Thief!’ he cried.
The people surrounded him, and when he was a little calmer asked: ‘Where was the thief?’
‘In my house.’
Did you see him?’
‘No.
‘Was anything missing ?’
‘No.’
‘How do you know there was a thief then?’
‘I was lying in bed when I remembered that thieves break into houses without a sound, and move very quietly. I could hear nothing , so I knew that there was a thief in the house, you fool!’
(Niamat Khan).
Know your measure.
Proverb.
What is their opinion in their cups, those who have said that wine is an abomination?
Proverb. (less)
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121 reviews
July 15, 2015
Now getting into the theme of the philosophy of the book am starting to enjoy it. Shame I don't have a hard copy in my hand as there is nothing like the real book in your hands. Starting this book I thought I was going to read one of his novels which I just love but this this from a philisophical stance am enjoying the wisdom from this book.
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113 reviews3 followers
September 26, 2015
This is quite an interesting book about Sufi history, philosophy, and [teaching] stories. It is entertaining, but all pieces are short, and if one seeks something deeper I would recommend Shah's other books about Sufism.
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4 reviews4 followers
March 5, 2017
This book is the marvellous content in the beautiful container. Read and re-read it!
18 reviews
March 13, 2025
Published in 1968, this book is a profound anthology that weaves together Sufi teachings, stories, poetry, and allegories. This work serves as both an accessible introduction to Sufism for newcomers and a deep exploration for those already familiar with its traditions. Shah masterfully combines various elements to create a tapestry of Eastern thought and Sufi philosophy.

The book's structure reflects the multifaceted nature of Sufi teachings. It includes authenticated quotes from the Prophet Muhammad, offering insights into Islamic teachings and their connection to Sufi thought. The humorous and wise tales of Mulla Nasrudin, the iconic "wise fool," provide lessons through paradox and wit. Poetry from Rumi and Omar Khayyam evokes deep emotional responses and explores themes of self-discovery and divine connection. Short stories like "The Story of Mushkil Gusha" and "The Magic Horse" blend mysticism with practical wisdom. The book also features anecdotes, aphorisms, and observations that provoke reflection on human nature and societal norms.

Shah emphasizes the paradoxical nature of Sufism, which often appears unconventional or eccentric but is deeply rooted in spiritual truths. He illustrates how apparent foolishness can reveal profound wisdom. The theme of self-discovery and inner transformation recurs throughout the anthology, with Shah using allegories to challenge conventional thinking and guide readers toward understanding themselves and the divine.

Shah also explores the relationship between Sufi masters and their students, emphasising mutual respect rather than blind obedience. He portrays masters as catalysts for inner transformation rather than mere instructors. Contrary to perceptions of escapism, Shah argues that Sufis engage deeply with the world, aiming to transform society through spiritual insights.

"Caravan of Dreams" reflects Shah's broader mission to counter dogma with humour, clear thinking, and practical philosophy. He bridges cultural gaps by adapting classical Sufi teachings to contemporary contexts while preserving their essence. The anthology's title, inspired by a couplet from the Sufi mystic Bahaudin Naqshband, encapsulates the transient yet hopeful nature of human existence—a central motif in Sufi philosophy.

Critics have praised "Caravan of Dreams" for its ability to resonate on a subconscious level while offering practical alternatives to modern ways of thinking. It has been described as "beguiling" with "near Biblical majesty" and "utterly human" in its approach. The book remains a favourite for readers seeking spiritual enrichment or an introduction to Sufi mysticism.

"Caravan of Dreams" is a guide to exploring the depths of human consciousness through the lens of Sufi wisdom. By weaving together stories, poetry, and philosophy, Idries Shah creates a timeless work that invites readers to embark on their own journey toward self-realisation and spiritual understanding.
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8 reviews1 follower
March 8, 2019
There is a problem in reviewing Sufi written materials that is illustrated by the tale of the Sufi farmer. The farmer-sage took his guest into the farmyard where he said “Do you see those carrots and those apples? Some people like one, others, the other. Do you see the animals? Some people have seen them all, but have their preferences – for riding, for breeding, and for food. Some like hens, others like goats. The common denominator is not liking or disliking. The common factor is nutrition. It is all food.”

Therefore the artistic merits, style, content and general appeal of a book such as Idries Shah's Caravan of Dreams is entirely secondary to its purpose of nourishing the reader with Sufi knowledge. Lacking the credentials to speak with any authority on the book's relative capacity to provide such nourishment, I can only tell of my own experience with it.

At the time I read Caravan of Dreams I found that I experienced many of the small jolts or impacts that are said to be indicative of some of this learning taking place and was impelled to adjust my thought processes about a number of subjects and work to alter my behaviour in certain contexts. This was from a first reading, and I know from my experience with other books of Shah's that future re-readings will pick out other things that my mind skipped over on this occasion. Such material can be very affecting, though often in quite subtle ways.

In terms of some of those secondary considerations, there is some captivating content. The book is quite a smorgasbord, with sayings of the Prophet (a rarity in English translation apparently), snatches of poetry by such luminaries as Rumi and Omar Khayyam, pithy Nasrudin 'jokes', a fascinating account of the pilgrimage to Mecca, some typically mesmerising traditional teaching stories and a section devoted to some of Shah's own 'table talk', I assume from the weekly meetings he used to hold.

If you are at all interested in what Sufis say and do, and what they work to achieve for humanity, Caravan of Dreams might be a good place to start. If you already like the cut of their jib, this is, I think, a rich vein of learning to tap into.
3 reviews1 follower
February 3, 2021
Caravan of Dreams, by Idries Shah

This volume that I am currently re-reading, provides a variety of selections from this author, who many considered an authority on Sufism, both its classical Middle East background tradition and its current projection in the west. Shah has pointed out that many scholars dismiss some parts of classical Sufi writings as irrelevant, such as travelogues, jokes, recipes, and most important, the operational component of teaching stories. The landscape seen from the caravan of this book, I believe, gives a good view of the variety of information tools, and communication of learning materials in the author’s enterprise.

The first half of this book covers the flavor and culture of the Arab Islamic Middle East,
drawn from Shah’s journey to Mecca, probably sometime in the middle of the last century. It begins with authenticated quotes from Mohammed, which I find fascinating, and worthy of looking closely at, in order perhaps to dispel some negative influence from a current atmosphere of prejudice in regard to Islam. Shah has often pointed to the fact that Islam was the principal container and transporter of the Sufi tradition for quite a few past centuries. Thus the tradition acquired the label of “Islamic mysticism.” It seems part of Shahs work was designed to show that there was a much broader, more all encompassing reality to Sufism, adapting to the local religion, culture and mindframe where it’s been able to operate. A few pages present the delightful short joke stories from the wise-fool Nasrudin collections, which are told throughout the Middle East and Asia, and which I take to heart.

There follows brief thoughts from two major figures in the tradition, Omar Khayyam and Rumi, short story teaching tales, extracts from a great variety of sources, and finishing up with table talk from Shah himself, with his incisive explanations, uprooting assumptions and misinformation about the the tradition he is carrying on in this caravan of dreams.
31 reviews
March 13, 2019
An entrancing mix of traditional and original material, presented in a unique fashion. The book includes a selection of traditions of the Prophet Mohammed, stories collected from story-tellers and classical Sufi sources, and selected passages from Shah's previous works. Some stories include a brief introduction and commentary, and many are paired with apposite proverbs and sayings. All this is capped off with Shah's Table Talk. It is a delightful read from start to finish!
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Author 25 books2 followers
December 1, 2024
Caravan of Dreams is a precious jewel, amongst the many other jewels written in his lifetime, full of tales and stories that remain in one’s mind like a constant dream, bringing wisdom to awaken us to find the path we need to follow, as the Caravan of life moves on, whilst the storytellers continue to enrapture us with their tales of experience and teacher hood of a kind that help us to learn and expand our hearts and souls.
30 reviews4 followers
April 16, 2019
This wonderful mixture of tales from the east, travels to Mecca and related observations, and the hilarious definitions of Mulla Do-Piaza is a caravan of riches. At once, funny, insightful and incisive, it is a re-projection of the east and its wisdoms back to us in the West. In the end..."the dog may bark, but the caravan moves on".
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15 reviews
March 12, 2025
Moved on to this one after going through Shah's other compilation of Sufi stories, Tales of the Dervishes. Many very spiritually and intellectually enlightening stories in this one, too. A must-read for all students of literature and for all people in search of a spiritual life; one that sees beyond mere material pursuits in life.
2 reviews
July 13, 2018
This book was so good I didn't finish it. A sort of joke, but I was so captivated by the description of our journey to Mecca I got lost in reverie.. My only wish is that true multi faith practioners (subject to a test of their Islamic knowledge) can go on that glorious quest..
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122 reviews
May 3, 2018
Enlightening, entertaining, magical. The insides fit its given title to the core.
2 reviews
May 19, 2019
algo para despertar del sueño

Maravillosa recopilación de escritos, destinados a llegar a esa parte del Ser que busca encontrar el origen de su añoraza
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