Turkish author Yilmaz Alimoglu will present his novel of philosophy and Sufism, Deserts and Mountains, which has received excellent reviews. Read more.
“Reminiscent of Paolo Coelho’s The Alchemist, with a hint of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love, Alimoglu’s [novel] follows the inner and outer journey of expatriate Turk and Sufi Ali Dogan.” —Irene Blinston
Deserts and Mountains follows a determined young man on an emotional, physical and spiritual journey from Canada to Turkey as he experiences the life-changing guidance of his sheikh guide in this philosophical novel.
An expatriate living in Canada, frustrated with his business, career and family, Ali turns to his spiritual guide, a sheikh of the shrine he attends. The sheikh suggests that Ali keep a journal of the entire “real” trip, including a journey back to his childhood home in Turkey. Ali approaches the trip with no fixed agenda, other than to reflect on his life and the outcome of earlier events and choices. Out of this journal is born Deserts and Mountains.
As he develops a fresh perspective on his own life, Ali’s travels allow him to get a glimpse into the customs and cultures of other people. Through his observation and participation, he is able to see the inherent similarities in everyone’s struggles. The narrative shifts to a more philosophical tone as Ali assimilates what he is learning from the experiences undergone during the journey.
The reading and book signing is free to the public. Suggested donation $10 or purchase of book. There will be light refreshments and a cash bar. The Levantine Cultural Center is located at 5998 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90035.
About the Author
Yilmaz Alimoglu grew up in Turkey and lives in Mississauga, Canada. He has a background in technology and business and writes op-ed pieces for the Toronto Star. With interests in philosophy, psychology and Sufism, Alimoglu travels the world for both his commercial and humanitarian work. A lifelong practitioner of the Muslim faith, the author sought and found a deeper understanding of his own and other cultures on the literal, metaphysical, religious and emotional journey on the Sufi path. Deserts and Mountains is his first novel. Read more.
Date/Time:
Mar 10 2011 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Price:
Free to the public. Suggested donation $10 or purchase of novel ($16).
Where:
Levantine Cultural Center
5998 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90035
Conveniently located between La Cienega Blvd. & Fairfax Ave.
ample street parking or in the CVS underground lot across the street (till 10 pm only)
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