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The half-confession
It is through these poems one moves toward a distant fire. These poems written in different soul’s spaces appear more in dreams than in the flesh, which holds Sarangi’s life signs firmly. Redolent with love, life, history and longings the half-confession knocks at multiple corridors of social faiths and hearts. Messengers of the old spirits, uniformed in yellow Sarangi’s poems are the tapestry of lost whiteness of yesterday and the rivers of voices tomorrow.
FRAMED
Framed by Nishi Pulugurtha is a captivating collection of short stories that unveils the beauty and complexity of everyday life through eleven tales. Pulugurtha’s keen observations and emotional depth bring to life characters who navigate love, loss, friendship, and resilience in moments both mundane and extraordinary. Written with a gentle yet profound voice, Framed offers readers a window into diverse human experiences, subtly capturing the essence of family, tradition, and personal growth amid the quiet struggles of modern life. A thoughtful read for anyone who appreciates finely crafted narratives and insightful storytelling.
Memories of Silence
Rudra Kinshuk’s Memories of Silence presents the multifarious dimensions of nature and human life in deft poetic lines. How do we see the often-enigmatic contrasts in the poet’s visual landscape? Kinshuk’s consummate art of poetry weaves a rich tapestry of images that are at once real and surreal, near and far, with a sense of nostalgia often lingering in our mind and heart. It is, as if, the sparrows in his poem weave our stories, unfurl the hidden and lost dreams of life, and transform them to motion; they “Stitch blue Over the scarecrow in the meadow near the fairground at the village Manikhar.” (‘The Song of Sparrows’) Each poem in the collection has its own candour, ‘The...
Retreat and Other Poems
These poems were written through the past decade of the poet’s life, and express several moods, ranging from loneliness, solitude, love, despair, disquiet, hope and anticipation. They are quiet confidences revealed to the ear that would want to hear, and paint a picture that might move.
Across the Luminous Realms and Other Tales from Legends, Myths & Fantasy
Chaitali Sengupta has produced a fluent and easy-to-read translation of two collections of stories that have long remained in the shadows, even among Dutch readers. Without adopting all of Couperus’ archaic turns of phrase, her translation nowhere feels forcedly modern. In doing so, she has done Couperus’ text full justice, making a number of relatively unknown but culturally historically very interesting stories accessible to a wide English-reading readers. Mary G. Kemperink prof. (em.) Dutch Modern Literature, University of Groningen
Needle of the Night
Needle of the Night by Tapeshwar Prasad is an invigorating collection of poems that delve into life’s intimate longings, unbridled ecstasy, and the joys and sorrows of living. Each poem serves as a pathway to different mental states, capturing the essence of existence with a spellbinding allure. Writing from Patna, Bihar, Prasad’s commitment to his art is evident as he captivates readers with his vivid imagery and heartfelt expression. Prasad’s poetry is a testament to the divine ecstasy of verse, blending history with the possibilities of the imagined. His poems flow effortlessly, filled with silent longings connected to people, places, memories, and absences. The poet's meditative st...
The Witness Songs
The Witness Songs by Jamiel Ahmad is a profound collection of poetry that resonates with the rhythms of life, the pain of existence, and the subtle beauty of resilience. Published by Penprints, this debut anthology offers a lyrical tribute to the sublime landscapes of Kashmir and the universal struggles of humanity. Each poem delves deep into themes of identity, nature, loss, and resistance, blending introspective musings with evocative imagery. Ahmad's work stands as a testament to the power of words in bearing witness to personal and collective experiences. His vivid metaphors and poignant reflections invite readers to explore the intersections of memory, culture, and the relentless passage of time. With an array of poems like "The Stone," "The Kite and the Eagle," and "The Colonialist’s Dictionary," this book appeals to both poetry aficionados and those seeking solace in verse.
Until Birds Sing
Amita Ray is an academic and she is also an accomplished short story writer, translator and critic. Besides that, she has been writing poetry for quite some time and publishing in journals and magazine at regular intervals. Now, she turns her attention to publish her first book of poems. Her debut collection of poems apparently showcases an array of voices which culminate into a single one at the end. The poet is as if on a journey through endless scenes of the human elements arrested and restored in verses. There are sixty-two poems in all in this volume. In this captivating collection of poems, Amita Ray offers insight into the details of everyday situations, love and grief, family and nos...
The Ten Hands of a Fuchka Seller
Embark on a poetic journey through the heart of Kolkata with Daipayan Nair's evocative collection, "The Ten Hands of a Fuchka Seller." This anthology, rich with haiku and senryu, paints vivid pictures of the city's daily life and timeless moments. Nair's masterful use of imagery and emotion captures the essence of Kolkata's culture, its people, and its landscapes, inviting readers to experience the city's soul.Nair's poems not only depict scenes but also evoke emotions, making the ordinary extraordinary. His work resonates with a deep sense of place and time, offering readers a glimpse into the rhythms of Kolkata.
