The song of the bird by Anthony de Mello contains 124 short stories with the purpose to kindle a light in the darkness and to enhance human consciousness. Each story followed by a commentary, has something to teach and something to reveal. Mello was a religious master of the twentieth century teaching profound spiritual truths through stories and courses. He brings them together, both ancient and modern, from a variety of cultures, countries and religious traditions and simply asks the readers to reflect on them. This will lead them to greater spiritual growth. They act like a lamp, showing the way. Enhanced by beautiful ink drawings, this book is an enjoyable, refreshing reading and illustration of profound realities that always inspires.