A Tribute to Ghalib: Twenty-One Ghazals Reinterpreted
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A Tribute to Ghalib: Twenty-One Ghazals Reinterpreted

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Explore the timeless poetry of Mirza Ghalib in “A Tribute to Ghalib.” This book offers 21 reinterpreted ghazals, offering insights into Ghalib’s life during a pivotal period in Indian history. Discover the Mughal poet’s genius through literal translations and commentary, perfect for both enthusiasts and newcomers. (ISBN: 9780143429098)

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143429098
  • Publisher: Penguin Random House India
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 0 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0143429094
  • Publisher Date: 18 September 2017
  • Height: 0 mm
  • No of Pages: 200
  • Width: 130 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

17 reviews for A Tribute to Ghalib: Twenty-One Ghazals Reinterpreted

  1. Aiswarya Suresh –

    The reinterpretations were interesting, though I sometimes preferred the more literal translations. Worth reading.

  2. Pritha Mandal –

    A fair attempt to make Ghalib accessible, but something felt lacking. The book has its ups and downs.

  3. Tejaswini Sharma –

    I was captivated by the beauty and depth of Ghalib’s poetry. This book is a wonderful tribute.

  4. Abhinandan Agrawal –

    The book wasn’t exactly what I expected, but I did learn a lot. Not sure if I’d read it again.

  5. Priyanshi Kasaudhan –

    I have very minimal knowledge of Urdu poetry, but the book made Ghalib so approachable and understandable.

  6. Dhruv Mahajan –

    The book provided a solid foundation for understanding Ghalib’s work. I would recommend this to everyone.

  7. Reetish Mohan Panigrahy –

    I thoroughly enjoyed the book. The context and translations were incredibly valuable. I really enjoyed this book!

  8. Anish Kumar –

    A valuable addition to my collection of Urdu poetry. The commentary was insightful and helpful.

  9. Apoorv Agrahari –

    Beautifully done! The translations really capture the essence of Ghalib’s poetry. Highly recommend it.

  10. Jay Patel –

    A mixed bag. Some interpretations were brilliant, while others missed the mark. Overall, an interesting attempt.

  11. Md Shakeeb Asghar –

    Wonderful interpretations of Ghalib! I could feel his emotions while reading. A must-have for poetry lovers.

  12. Shubhangi Srivastava –

    I enjoyed the book, especially the historical context provided. Some ghazals resonated more than others.

  13. Aaditya Gupta –

    This book breathed new life into Ghalib’s work. The translations were superb and easy to understand.

  14. Swagatika Panda –

    A decent introduction to Ghalib, but the reinterpretations felt a bit too modern for my taste. Still, a good starting point.

  15. Prachi –

    Not bad. A good effort. I wish there were more ghazals included. Still a worthwhile read for Ghalib fans.

  16. Supreet Suman –

    Found this book to be very accessible, even for someone with no prior knowledge of Urdu poetry. Great job!

  17. Darshan Nath –

    The reinterpretations offered a fresh perspective but occasionally strayed too far from the original meaning.

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