Here’s a book that every cat person must have
‘The Indian Cat: Stories, Paintings, Poetry, and Proverbs’ by BN Goswami promises to appeal to a wide range of readers
Published 12.10.23, 09:23 AM
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Indian art historian and critic BN Goswami has recently unveiled his book The Indian Cat: Stories, Paintings, Poetry, and Proverbs. This captivating work delves into the enchanting world of how cats have woven themselves into the fabric of our art, literature and language, capturing our hearts along the way.
The book takes you on a journey with ‘The Indian Cat’, offering a vivid portrayal of these feline muses within our written and oral traditions. It then unfolds a stunning compilation of paintings — each capturing the myriad roles that cats play in our society. Following this visual feast, you’ll find a treasury of cat-themed poetry, skillfully translated from a tapestry of languages including Urdu, Hindi, Persian, and Bengali. Finally, the book concludes with a delightful collection of proverbs, sayings and idioms celebrating this extraordinary creature. Intriguing, right?
This book is currently available at Bahrisons Booksellers in Kolkata and New Delhi.
— Urvashi Bhattacharya
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