The Broken Wings

Kahlil Gibran

The Broken Wings is a timeless classic by Kahlil Gibran. The main character, Mourad, is a poet who dreams of flight but is crippled by life’s realities–his poverty, the death of his parents and his limited opportunities. Through his struggles, he seeks solace in his unrequited love for his childhood sweetheart, Selma, as well as in his lyrics and poems.Gibran's writing conveys a beautiful sense of beauty, joy, hope and yearning that resonates throughout the book. It is an exploration of mortality, the human spirit and love. Mourad's deep-rooted longing to soar creates a palpable tension throughout the story, making his journey all the more poignant and captivating. Along the way, he is exposed to life’s inequalities and injustices and is forced to confront them head-on.The Broken Wings is a poetic exploration of life’s joys, sorrows and mysteries. It is a tale of discovery, of faith and of hope. Mourad’s struggles and his inextinguishable longing for flight symbolizes the human longing for a more idealistic existence. This timeless classic will leave you with an understanding of the courage we must muster to reach our dreams and a reminder of why we are all here in the first place.