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Number of Pages
221
Language
English
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This Non-Fiction Biography Invites Readers Into The Life And Times Of A Celebrated Urdu Poet. It Centers On The Craft, Culture, And Emotional Power Of His Verse, Highlighting Beauty, Longing, Love, And Imagery That Defined An Era. The Book Is Designed For Adults And Students Of Literature, Poetry Lovers, And Anyone Curious About South Asian Cultural Heritage. The Tone Is Reflective, Respectful, And Accessible, Encouraging A Deeper Appreciation Of A Pivotal Literary Figure.
The Content Unfolds As A Narrative Journey That Blends Biographical Detail With Clear Context About The Poet’S Craft And The Historical Period. The Text Offers Straightforward Explanations Of Poetic Form And Imagery, Helping Readers Grasp Why His Words Continue To Resonate Without Requiring Prior Specialized Knowledge.
Readers Move Through Sections That Balance Life Events, Cultural Backdrop, And The Essence Of The Poems, With Language That Invites Reflection Rather Than Spoilers. The Reading Experience Is Thoughtful And Immersive, Inviting Contemplation Of Themes Like Longing, Beauty, And Human Experience Within A Broader Literary History.
After Finishing, Readers Gain A Deeper Understanding Of The Poet’S Life And The Era That Shaped His Verse, Along With An Enhanced Appreciation For Urdu Poetry And Literary History. The Book Fosters Curiosity, Invites Reflective Thinking, And Leaves A Lasting Impression Of Beauty, Resilience, And Cultural Richness.
Product Details
Author
Gulzar
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
221
Language
English
Dimensions
203 x 254 x 1 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 295
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Gulzar, One Of India'S Great Towering Poets, Is Also An Acclaimed Screenwriter, Film Director And Lyricist. Gulzar Is One Of India'S Most Respected Scriptwriters And Directors And Has Been One Of The Most Popular Lyricists In Mainstream Hindi Cinema For Over Five Decades. One Of Contry'S Leading Poets, He Has Published A Number Of Poetry Anthologies And Collections Of Short Stories. He Is Also Regarded As One Of India'S Finest Writers For Children. A Member Of Indian Foreign Service, Pavan K. Varma Has Served In Moscow, In New York At The Indian Mission To The United Nations, In London, Where He Was Director Of The Nehru Centre And As India'S High Commissioner In Cyprus. Pavan K. Varma'S Books Include Ghalib: The Man, The Times, The Great Indian Middle Class, Being Indian And Becoming Indian, All Published By Penguin. He Has Also Translated Kaifi Azmi'S Selected Poems And Atal Bihari Vajpayee'S Poetry (21 Poems) Into English For Penguin. Gulzar Was Born As Sampooran Singh Kalra, And He Is A Indian Film Director, Lyricist, And Poet. Often Called Poet At Heart, Gulzar Began His Professional Life In The Movie Called Bandini In 1963 As A Lyricist. He Has Worked With Some Of The Biggest Names In The Indian Film Industry Like A R Rahman, R D Burman, And Vishal Bhardwaj. He Has Also Television Series’ And Movies Like Mausam And Aandhi. Gulzar Also Won The Dadasaheb Phalke Award , Which Is Considered To Be The Greatest Award In The World Of Indian Cinema. This Is Just One Of The Many Awards He Has Won, And He Has Also Won A Grammy And Academy Award. Pavan Varma Has Translated This Book.