The Essence of Sufism

 The Essence of Sufism, 
Paperback - 238 pages,  
by John Baldock.


Sufism has often been described as "the mystical heart of Islam", but what exactly is Sufism?


This book attempts to answer this question by introducing the origins of Sufism, its historical context, the early Sufis, their use of stories to convey lessons and some of their most celebrated writings.


In this book John Baldock explores the rich body of literature the sufis' have produced to guide spiritual travellers. While explaining the significant teachings and emphasizing their significance for us, he sheds a timely light on the Sufis' fascinating perception of life, revealing it to be a process of the heart.