Rooh । रूह (PB)
In his stirring Hindi masterpiece 'Rooh', Manav Kaul ignites a profoundly intimate odyssey through the enchanting landscapes of Kashmir. What begins as a mere observation of desolate, craggy terrain transforms into a revelation, as the author unearths vitality, tenderness, and affection lurking beneath each stone he explores. The prose effortlessly weaves together reminiscences of his father and the very spirit of Kashmir, skillfully merging the two realms. Kaul's narrative is a soulful excavation of vivid reminiscences—his father's coarse beard, the childhood home's window, the expansive sky overhead—all gradually fading in an ever-evolving world. In the throes of this poignant loss, he finds himself reaching out for the reassuring embrace of yesteryears, even as he grapples with the eerie dissonance of these recollections in his current existence. 'Rooh' emerges as a heartrending meditation on the intricate threads of belonging, the essence of memories, and the relentless flow of time, providing an extraordinary lens through which readers can perceive Kashmir through Kaul's thoughtful introspections.
- Author: Manav Kaul
- Publisher: Hind Yugm; First Edition (7 June 2022); C-31, Sector-20, Noida (UP)-201301. Ph-0120-4374046, website- hindyugm.com
- Genre: Poetry
- ISBN: 978-9392820489
- Pages: 176 pages