Hindustani Lyrics by Inayat Khan and Jessie Duncan Westbrook
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"Hindustani Lyrics" by Inayat Khan and Jessie Duncan Westbrook is a collection of Urdu poetry rendered into English during the early 20th century. This book compiles the works of various prominent poets from the Urdu literary tradition, illuminating themes of love, devotion, and mysticism in an accessible format. It offers insights into the rich tapestry of Urdu verse, reflecting a unique cultural heritage steeped in Sufi philosophy. The collection features poems from
notable Urdu poets such as Ghalib, Amir, and Zafar, among others. Each poem conveys the intense emotions of love, longing, and spirituality, often resonating with mystical undertones characteristic of Sufi literature. The verses explore the relationship between the lover and the beloved, often depicting God as the ultimate beloved and the state of being in love as a path to divine truth. Through their passionate expressions, the poets convey a sense of yearning and existential reflection, making the anthology a significant offering for those interested in the intersection of love and spirituality in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Translator | Inayat Khan, 1882-1927 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Westbrook, Jessie Duncan |
| LoC No. | 20015100 |
| Title | Hindustani Lyrics |
| Credits | Produced by Ron Swanson |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures |
| Subject | Urdu poetry -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17711 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 372 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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