BAAL-O-PAR Hardcover

"Baal-o-Par: Collected Poems" by Gulzar, translated by Rakhshanda Jalil, is a monumental and definitive compilation of the beloved Indian poet, lyricist, and filmmaker's prolific poetic works. This bilingual edition presents the complete text of six of Gulzar's volumes of poetry, spanning over four decades, with the original Hindi (Devanagari script) facing new English translations. The collection showcases Gulzar's inimitable lyrical expression, vivid imagery, and profound poetic thought, touching upon themes of love, loss, nature, human experience, and the complexities of life, offering readers a deep dive into the mind of one of India's most celebrated literary figures and a testament to his remarkable poetic journey.