"Tumhare Baare Mein" by Manav Kaul

 "Tumhare Baare Mein" by Manav Kaul

Hello bookworms 

Hindi is always makes you feel special when you start reading it. When it is Manav Kaul then what to say.

This book is a collection of reflections and memories, capturing the essence of moments and the thoughts that accompany them. It’s best enjoyed slowly, savoring each page with a cup of chai, especially on rainy days that invite introspection.

Manav Kaul shares his musings on various encounters and conversations, thoughts on daily life, and reflections on nature and relationships. His writing is natural and deep, filled with observations and doubts about people and things around him. These doubts and uncertainties add life to his writing, making it relatable and genuine.

The beauty of this book lies in its Hindi prose. Reading it became a cherished family activity, sparking discussions on life’s many aspects. The book is not a collection of stories or poems but a narrative that spans love, life, travel, and theater, highlighting the significance of life's little unnoticed moments.

Manav's writing is simple yet magical, weaving words that reflect deep emotions and philosophical thoughts on how we perceive life. The book takes you on a journey through his memories and experiences, making you feel like you are living another’s life, sharing their struggles and joys.

One reviewer, Ekta Kubba, shared her experience of discovering new authors through Manav’s book, expressing a newfound appreciation for writers like Nirmal Verma and Vinod Kumar Shukla. Another reviewer, Saurabh Pandey, felt as if he was sitting next to Manav, experiencing the same emotions and stories.

Anurag Mishra appreciated the philosophical context of Manav’s stories, while Asha Seth found the book to be a window into Manav Kaul’s life, including his love for his hometown, Kashmir. Mitali Parihar felt grateful to Manav for his heartfelt writing in Hindi, which brought her immense joy.

Udit Baxi highlighted the unique nature of the book, which covers a wide range of emotions and moments. He felt deeply connected to the relatable thoughts and experiences shared by Manav, as if reading his own unwritten diary.

In one of the poignant paragraphs, Manav writes:

मैं उस आदमी से दूर भागना चाह रहा था जो लिखता था। बहुत सोच-विचार के बाद एक दिन मैंने उस आदमी को विदा कहा जिसकी आवाज़ मुझे ख़ालीपन में ख़ाली नहीं रहने दे रही थी।

"मैं अब वैसा नहीं रह गया हूँ, जैसा तुमने मुझे छोडा था। मैं वहीं हूँ, पर उस पगडंडी पर अब डामर की सडक बिछ गई है। पर जहाँ हम मिला करते थे, वे कुछ जगहें अब भी हरी हैं। तेज धूप में जब भी उन छायाओं से गुजरता हूँ तो हिचकी आ जाती है।"

This heartfelt passage reflects the deep connection and changing nature of relationships and memories..

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Some heart touching paragraph from the book.