The Book of Mirdad
| Author | Mikha'il Na'ima |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Book of Mirdad: The Strange Story of a Monastery which was Once Called The Ark |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Philosophical fiction |
Publication date | 1948 |
| Publication place | Lebanon |
The Book of Mirdad is an allegorical book of philosophy by Lebanese author Mikha'il Na'ima. The book was first published in Lebanon in 1948 and was initially written in English, with Na'ima later translating it into Arabic. Na'ima initially sought to have the book published in London, where it was rejected for "[advancing] a religion with 'a new dogma'".
In 1973 the book was adapted into a three-act play by Padukone Ramanand.