Sholeh Wolpé

The Invisible Sun by Attar was collected and translated by Sholeh Wolpé. (Harper Collins, 2025)

Twelfth-century Persian poet Attar (1145–1221) was revered by Rumi and though his work is beloved around the world, he is mostly unknown to English readers. Translated in simple, elegant language by poet Sholeh Wolpé—one among generations of poets influenced by Attar’s poetry—The Invisible Sun is a beautiful treasury of Attar’s most prescient poetry, offering comfort and inspiration. More info here.