Free Download The Essential Ghalib (Classic Urdu Poetry Book) by Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib, edited and translated by Anisur Rahman
English | December 20, 2024 | ISBN: 9365692806 | True EPUB | 448 pages | 1.5 MB
DISCOVER THE MASTER OF URDU POETRY
'When even grief feels sweet, you've understood Ghalib'
For poetry lovers, Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib (1797-1869) needs no introduction. His poetry remains both emblematic and enigmatic, and his name is indelibly associated with the ghazal. However, apart from some well-known verses, the larger public is unacquainted with his body of work.
In The Essential Ghalib, veteran scholar, author translator Anisur Rahman presents an exemplary selection of Mirza Ghalib's Urdu couplets, translated in English along with critical commentaries. Using colloquial and contemporary language, the translations provide an accessible and pleasurable route to understanding Ghalib's poetry, while the commentary explores the multiple meanings of the Urdu original.
UNLOCK THE MAGIC OF GHALIB'S VERSES
This definitive collection brings Ghalib's most powerful verses to English readers, making his complex poetry accessible without losing its profound depth. Whether you're discovering Ghalib for the first time or deepening your appreciation, this volume is an essential addition to your poetry collection.
Each verse comes alive through:
Modern English translations that preserve the original's essenceClear, conversational explanations of hidden meaningsExpert commentary by renowned scholar Anisur RahmanContemporary context for timeless themes
Perfect for:
Poetry enthusiastsLiterature studentsUrdu poetry beginnersGift-giving to culture loversAnyone seeking to understand classical Urdu poetry
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