{"product_id":"9780670094325","title":"Temple Lamp","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume presents a complete English rendering of a celebrated Persian masnavi, translated directly from Persian into English in its entirety for the first time, with a critical introduction by Maaz Bin Bilal. Its central thread tracks the poet’s rapture for two iconic cities—Delhi and Banaras—where spiritual longing meets sensuous urban beauty. Lyrical, thoughtful, and richly evocative, it invites readers of classical poetry, literary translation, and cultural history to explore a voice that transcends language.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe content is presented as a faithful translation that preserves the musical cadence of the original while remaining accessible to modern readers. The critical introduction guides understanding of historical context, stylistic choices, and the imagery of Banaras and Delhi, offering clear entry points for study and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through the verses with a steady, contemplative pace, guided by a scholarly introduction that clarifies context, symbolism, and urban imagery. The translation aims to retain cadence and lyric beauty while staying approachable for contemporary readers, making a classic work feel immediate and resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull English rendering of a renowned Persian masnavi, with a critical introduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExploration of devotion, longing, and city imagery across Banaras and Delhi\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTranslation that preserves cadence and imagery for readability and beauty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction by Maaz Bin Bilal offering historical context and literary insight\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessible language that invites study, discussion, and personal reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a deeper appreciation for cross-cultural poetry, a nuanced sense of spiritual and sensory imagination, and a renewed curiosity about how language carries meaning across cultures. It leaves a lasting impression of beauty, insight, and a broader literary horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540592734425,"sku":"9780670094325","price":570.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91EVQ4A0hnL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779273214","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780670094325","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}