Deewan-e-Ghalib: Translated with Notes and Critical Commentary is the culmination of Prof. Mahajan’s lifelong devotion to Urdu literature and Mirza Ghalib. This edition presents the ghazals in their original Urdu alongside English translations, enriched with detailed explanations and scholarly observations. Readers will discover the wit, melancholy, love, and mysticism that made Ghalib a timeless genius. Whether a student, scholar, or poetry lover, this book offers an intimate encounter with one of the greatest poets of the Indian subcontinent, faithfully rendered and thoughtfully annotated for a modern audience.
“Your explanation of Mirza Ghalib’s couplets is the most lucid I have read so far.” — Khushwant Singh