Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing India Pvt. Ltd. |
Publication Year |
2020 |
ISBN-13 |
9789390176656 |
ISBN-10 |
9789390176656 |
Binding |
Paperback |
Number of Pages |
200 Pages |
Language |
(English) |
Weight (grms) |
240 |
From the ancient land of India which has given the world, Kamasutra-a treatise on love, Great Indian Love Poems, selected and edited diligently by master anthologist Abhay K., brings you the fragrant wine of Indian love poetry spread across three millennia, written in multiple languages by gifted poets like -Kalidasa, Mirabai,Bhratrihari, Jayadeva, Silhana, Surdas, Bihari, Muddupalani, Bhavabhuti, Venmaniputti, Vidyapati, Bilhana to just name a few.
Sip it slowly, one poem at a time, to savour its richness, to relish its aroma and flavour, depth and finesse. This intoxicating book shows you many facets of love-affectionate, playful, sensuous, erotic, unconditional, pining, aching, among others-leaving you with unforgettable experiences and lasting impressions. A cornucopia of delights, this book is a must read for one and all.
Abhay K.
Abhay K. (b.1980) has published a memoir and seven collections of poetry including
The Seduction of Delhi, The Eight-Eyed Lord of
Kathmandu and The Prophecy of Brasilia. He is the editor of CAPITALS, New Brazilian Poems and 100 Great Indian Poems. His poems have been published in over 60 literary journals across the world including Poetry Salzburg Review.
His poem-song 'Earth Anthem' has been translated into over 50 global languages. He received the SAARC Literary Award and was invited to record his poems at the Library of Congress in Washington DC.
Abhay K.
Bloomsbury Publishing India Pvt. Ltd.