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New Collection of Poetry on India-Pakistan Partition Released by Gulzar

New Collection of Poetry on India-Pakistan Partition Released by Gulzar

Gulzar Saheb, though born in Pakistan moved to India during partition. He is one of the most respected literary figures, known as much in India as across the globe. He has not only carved a niche for himself in films as a sensitive lyricist and film maker but also created a hallowed space for himself in literary circles.

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Who doesn’t know Gulzar Saheb! ‘Mera kuchh saamaan tumahre pass pada hai’, the famous song by Gulzar has touched a chord with almost everyone. Gulzar’s writings have always touched some sensitive aspects of our lives and times. He has the amazing ability to romanticize even the most mundane.

In Footprints on Zero Line: Writings on Partition, translated by Rakshanda Jalil, we come across Gulzar’s musings about partition and its aftermath. The book brings together his poetry and prose not just from the horrors of partition but also his nostalgia and longings evoked by disasters, perfidy and the politics of times. It takes the reader on a journey to his heart and soul through his experiences and emotions.

Gulzar Saheb, though born in Pakistan moved to India during partition. He is one of the most respected literary figures, known as much in India as across the globe. He has not only carved a niche for himself in films as a sensitive lyricist and film maker but also created a hallowed space for himself in literary circles. He has been bestowed with numerous awards.

For his stellar role in film industry he has won 20 film-fare awards, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, a Grammy and the Oscar award. He has also been awarded the Sahitya Akademy Award and the Padma Bhushan.

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