This classic work of Islamic scholarship provides a fascinating introduction to the world of Islamic mysticism. Drawing on a wide range of sources, Field offers a detailed exploration of the lives and teachings of some of the most famous Islamic saints and mystics, shedding light on their spiritual practices, beliefs, and influence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.