Report by Santanu Ganguly, New Delhi: Vice President of India, Mr. M Hamid Ansari released the latest publication of Niyogi Books Fida-e-Lucknow: Tales of the City and its People by Praveen Talha at a simple but elegant ceremony held at the Vice President’s house on May 1, 2013. Professor Mushirul Hasan, Director General, National Archives of India and Mr. Muzaffar Ali, eminent film maker, artist and social worker were present as Guests of Honor on the occasion.
A collection of 22 short stories, the book is steeped in the flavors and textures of life in Lucknow. Woven through these stories is the history of its Ganga-Jamuni culture and the changes which came over the city and its people in the post-Independence period.
The true hero in these stories is the Lucknow-wala whose affection and loyalty are not restricted to relationships between equals, and religion never comes in the way. Fida-é-Lucknow is also the story of Lucknow’s women. Be it Qudsia Begum, Zulekha, Amina or Ghengaran—all of them are liberated in the truest sense of the word.
A beautiful blend of history, relationships and vignettes of city life, it will interest all those who enjoy the variety and colour of Lucknow and many such cities.
Lauding the book, Mr. Muzaffar Ali said that the collection of short stories unfolds the beauty of an Awadh that the next generation yearns to be a part of. Here, Parveen Talha rediscovers those footprints that have been erased from the sands of time.
Well-known writer-columnist, Khushwant Singh has found the short stories ‘enchanting’. “These bring alive Lucknow in all its past glory with characters and events that bring a smile to your lips and a tear to your eye. It is a true insider’s account of the city’s people and culture”, he adds
The author, Parveen Talha belongs to an old family of Awadh. She was the first Muslim woman to join the civil services through the IAS examination. After retiring as Member of the Union Public Service Commission in 2009, she lives in Lucknow and spends time writing about the city she loves. Her writings bring alive the history, folklore, and composite culture of Lucknow. She also works for animal rights and has adopted many strays.
Niyogi Books has about 200 books on its active list. It is recognized for its high-quality illustrated books on a range of subjects from art and photography to heritage, culture and history of South Asia. These books have won several awards and prizes including those from the Federation of Indian Publishers.
Some of its books were shortlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize and the Vodafone-Crossword Book Award. Two of its travel books The Alluring North and The Vibrant West received the prestigious National Tourism Award, 2011-12 from the President of India in March this year.
Fida-e-Lucknow: Tales of the City and its People
ISBN: 978-93-81523-70-4
Pages: 198
Flexiback
Price: Rs 250
A collection of 22 short stories, the book is steeped in the flavors and textures of life in Lucknow. Woven through these stories is the history of its Ganga-Jamuni culture and the changes which came over the city and its people in the post-Independence period.
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A beautiful blend of history, relationships and vignettes of city life, it will interest all those who enjoy the variety and colour of Lucknow and many such cities.
Lauding the book, Mr. Muzaffar Ali said that the collection of short stories unfolds the beauty of an Awadh that the next generation yearns to be a part of. Here, Parveen Talha rediscovers those footprints that have been erased from the sands of time.
Well-known writer-columnist, Khushwant Singh has found the short stories ‘enchanting’. “These bring alive Lucknow in all its past glory with characters and events that bring a smile to your lips and a tear to your eye. It is a true insider’s account of the city’s people and culture”, he adds
The author, Parveen Talha belongs to an old family of Awadh. She was the first Muslim woman to join the civil services through the IAS examination. After retiring as Member of the Union Public Service Commission in 2009, she lives in Lucknow and spends time writing about the city she loves. Her writings bring alive the history, folklore, and composite culture of Lucknow. She also works for animal rights and has adopted many strays.
Niyogi Books has about 200 books on its active list. It is recognized for its high-quality illustrated books on a range of subjects from art and photography to heritage, culture and history of South Asia. These books have won several awards and prizes including those from the Federation of Indian Publishers.
Some of its books were shortlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize and the Vodafone-Crossword Book Award. Two of its travel books The Alluring North and The Vibrant West received the prestigious National Tourism Award, 2011-12 from the President of India in March this year.
Fida-e-Lucknow: Tales of the City and its People
ISBN: 978-93-81523-70-4
Pages: 198
Flexiback
Price: Rs 250
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