Thinking With Ghalib: Classic Poetry Book for Modern Readers - Perfect for Literature Lovers, Book Clubs & Poetry Study

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DESCRIPTIONThis is an unusual book — the focus is not on what Ghalib means but on what Ghalib makes us think of contemporary issues. It puts Ghalib to work and brings Ghalib to life. It is an invitation to think with Ghalib about all the big issues — faith and religion, us and them, the nature of divinity, being and nothingness, the importance of thinking for oneself, what it means to believe, and what it takes to be human. It is a roller-coaster ride with one of the most creative minds of all time.REVIEWSArvind Krishna Mehrotra: “... almost an act of inspiration.”Ashraf Ghani: “A brilliant contribution to understanding the past in the present.” Azra Raza: “A must-read for people of all ages and all nationalities.”Harbans Mukhia: “... a superb example of seeking out the soul of poetry.”Harsh Mander: “... a unique attempt -- often brilliant, wise, provocative and always bravely original.”Muneeza Shamsie: “... a truly invaluable collection. I wish my daughters had had a book like this... when they were at school!”Rajmohan Gandhi: “... will bring Indians and Pakistanis closer to Ghalib's genius and, inshallah, to one another.”Raza Mir: “... a remarkable book.”Roanne L. Kantor: “I only wish there had been a resource like this when I was learning Urdu.”Tariq Rahman: “This book, I hope, will be the pioneer in the fashion for rewriting our classics so that they appeal to the present generation.”Zia Mohyeddin: “Students of literature would benefit hugely from this book which ought to be a part of the syllabi of our universities.”ISBN: 978-969-7834-29-7Publisher: Folio BooksBinding: PaperbackRelease date: July 10, 2021Rights: WorldPages: 128