Hey there, fellow bookworms! 📚 Ready to dive into a world where words paint pictures and feelings come alive? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to explore some of the best poetry books.
Whether you’re a poetry pro or testing the waters, these books are like a rollercoaster. You will find poems that are exciting, a bit unpredictable, and guaranteed to leave you happy. So, grab your cup of coffee (or tea!), find a comfy spot, and let’s get cozy with some verses.
First, let’s explore verses that tell stories about life’s twists and turns. These poems about life are little treasures, waiting to be discovered and cherished!
Karuna Ezara Parikh’s debut poetry volume offers a blend of beloved classics and fresh insights into her personal journey. From identity to womanhood, she explores profound themes with honesty and grace.
Through urgent yet lyrical verses, Karuna emerges as a voice for the fragile human spirit, offering empathy and hope in every line.
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Set in Kerala, this verse novel follows Kochu’s tragic end after a scandal. Years later, his sister Achu discovers his suicide note, leading her on a journey to uncover family mysteries. Through brokenness, secrecy, and personal trauma, Achu realizes they must relive their lives to truly grow up.
Lost, Hurt, or in Transit Beautiful by Rohan Chhetri
In Rohan Chhetri’s much-awaited second collection, inherited literary forms-the ode, the lyric, and pristine tercets-are juxtaposed with gorgeously fractured and stylistically daring hybrid pieces.
Winner of the prestigious Kundiman Prize for Poetry, Lost, Hurt, Or in Transit Beautiful is a luminous and haunting book.
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This poetry collection dives into the simple moments of life, like the quiet before sleep or memories triggered by changing seasons. Life is a thread connecting all our experiences, sometimes soft and gentle, sometimes tight.
Despite its simplicity, everyday life is full of surprises and meaning in Meanwhile.
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From the author of beloved bestsellers, immerse yourself in a collection of stories that explore the range of human emotions. With simplicity and a touch of dark humour, Rashmi Bansal’s poems surprises, inspires, and entertains.
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Meet Aasha and her family in Malaysia, where secrets hide. Why did Chellam leave? Why did the sister go away? The Big House holds stories. Preeta Samarasan’s first poem shares family feelings in a land with different people. A story of love, loss, and secrets in a special place.
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Step into the world of Famous Poems by Famous Poets, where the magic of words takes centre stage. Explore timeless stories that have been loved by many through these poems.
Love, devotion, suffering and longing mysteriously co-exist in the poems of Jalal-ud-din Rumi. Composed almost eight centuries ago, the deep spirituality and buoyant wisdom of the poems are a source of inspiration to millions today.
Farrukh Dhondy’s translations not only offer a modern idiom to the poems, but also faithfully keep intact their religious context.
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This prestigious volume showcases 365 memorable poems year written over the seven decades since Independence by some of the leading poets of the Indian Subcontinent.
This wonderful selection, personally chosen and translated by Gulzar, feature the work of poets from the north, south, west and east of India, as well as the North-East, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and Pakistan. It presents a kaleidoscopic view of history, human experience and poetic expression since 1947.
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Baaghbaan marks the irresistible coming together of two giants of poetry: Rabindranath Tagore and Gulzar. Drawing on some of Tagore’s most well-known poetry collections – Chitra, Kshanika, Sonar Tari – Gulzar’s translation provides a whole new insight to the Bard of Bengal. Including the original in Bengali and Tagore’s own English translations of the same, this is a collector’s edition.
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Step into a land of enchanting words by Hafiz, a poet loved by many. His poems, tell stories of love—sometimes earthly, sometimes like magic from the sky. Now, these famous poems are ready to be enjoyed in English!
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These poems are like treasure chests full of wisdom and inspiration, guiding us on a path of spiritual discovery. It’s an adventure that will open your heart and mind to new perspectives, offering glimpses into the rich tapestry of human spirituality.
Inspired by India’s timeless epic, the Ramayana, Vivek Narayanan’s collection of poems, “After,” breathes new life into the ancient tale. In this conversation across time, Narayanan merges the wisdom of the Sanskrit epic with contemporary English poetry.
Similar to other groundbreaking reinterpretations of classic works, “After” offers a transformative journey through the echoes of the past and the realities of today.
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This Sanskrit hymn celebrates the power and beauty of Sakti, the primordial goddess, in one hundred verses. Attributed to Adi Sankaracarya, it emphasizes the importance of the feminine principle in Indian thought and offers insights into tantric ideas.
Mani Rao’s lyrical translation makes these hymns accessible, bridging the gap between the ancient and the contemporary.
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Born in twelfth-century Karnataka, Akka Mahadevi was a trailblazer for women’s rights. She worshipped Channamallikarjuna, her village’s version of Siva, from a young age. Despite being forced into marriage, her devotion to God led her to abandon everything and wander as a naked poet-saint.
Her vacanas, or spoken words, express her radical love for Siva.
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The Bhagavad Gita may feel distant due to many translations and complex words. But fear not! With Mani Rao’s help, this volume brings back the original Sanskrit. This modern translation makes the Gita’s wisdom clear and easy to understand for all.
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Discover the richness of expression that Hindi poetry brings to life. These verses paint a picture of emotions and take you on a joyful ride.
Meet a new side of Vishal Bhardwaj through his Hindi poems. In “Nude,” twenty-five ghazals and nazms reveal his distinctive voice. Each poem dances with wonder, rhythm, and intrigue. Modern yet rooted in Hindi and Urdu traditions, Bhardwaj’s poems blend unusual imagery with an old-world charm.
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Dive into the poetic world of Amit Khanna, a maestro in media for over four decades. In his debut, Khanna beautifully captures moments that stand out from everyday life. Simple, profound, and powerful, these poems explore themes of loss, pain, love, and joy. “Infinite Verse” is a conversation with readers, leaving them yearning for more.
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This section is for my poetry buffs. Weather you want a collection of some of the best poems for yourself or a loved one, these poetry collections are the way to go.
Baal-o-Par is a definitive collection of Gulzar’s poetry. It comprises the complete text of six volumes of poems: Chand Pukhraaj Ka, Raat Pashminey Ki, Pandrah Paanch Pachhattar, Kuchh Aur Nazmein, Pluto and Triveni.
This beautifully bound hardcover of poems by Gulzar is a must have for all poetry lovers.
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This book brings together stories, plays, poems, and essays never collected before. Like in, ‘The Fair-Skinned Babu,’ a writer turns Muslim to hire someone to end her life. ‘Neipayasam’ tells of kids enjoying their mom’s dessert on an unusual morning. Also find what Kamala Das had to say about running for elections.
Wages of Love, compiled by Suresh Kohli, brings back Das’s free spirit and amazing writing.
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A must-have for all poetry lovers, offering profound messages in simple words, this is a poetry collection by Javed Akhtar. It takes readers a trip down the poet’s childhood lane, reflecting on innocence lost with time. It’s also about love – the tricky parts, the pains, and yes, the joys. As fans of Javed Akhtar’s works would know, these poems seem easy to understand. But read closely and you will find deeper meaning within.
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Dive into the poetic adventure of Anandibai’s life. Poems in this collection span from her childhood in Kalyan to becoming a doctor. Shikha Malaviya shares the story of a courageous woman who crossed seas for her dreams.
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If the above poems are not your cup of tea, here are some more must-read poems.
In and out of cultures, countries, homes and beds, Hoshang has his innocence and spirit undimmed. And both shine through luminously in these poems. These poems contextualize Sufism for the twenty-first century using the wisdom and music of the East. This is indeed a glorious addition to the growing list of new world poetry.
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Dive into the world of Urdu nazms with this carefully compiled anthology spanning centuries. Edited and translated by Anisur Rahman, it features 140 nazms, showcasing the form’s evolution from its origins in the Deccan to its diverse expressions across South Asia.
With dazzling English translations alongside the original text, readers can enjoy and explore the intricacies of this profound poetic tradition.
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This volume brings you the first ever comprehensive collection of Urdu ghazals from its very beginnings in the late sixteenth century to the present times. Sixty-five poets from seven literary periods and diverse locations come together in this collection to showcase a rich fare of ideas and styles.
This volume is made richer with the inclusion of the Roman transliteration of the originals in Urdu alongside their English translations.
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How to Love in Sanskrit is an invitation to Sanskrit love poetry, bringing together verses and short prose pieces by celebrated writers like Kalidasa and Banabhatta, Buddhist and Jain monks, scholars, emperors, and even some modern-day poets.
How do you brew a love potion? Turn someone crimson with a compliment? How do you make love? How do you quarrel and make up? Nurse a broken heart? And how do you let go? There’s something for everyone in this brilliantly translated ancient guide to love for modern readers.
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