About the Book: Mirza Ghalib's Urdu Ghazals are a timeless symphony of words, a delicate dance of emotions, and a profound exploration of the humam experience. Reowned for his eloquence, Ghalib weaves couplets that transcend the boundaries of time and culture, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of readers. His poetry, often characterized by its intricate metaphors and profound philosophical insights, takes the reader on a journey through the complexities of love, life and the enigmatic nature of existence." Andaz e Bayan Aur" presents Ghalib's splendid ghazals alongside their elegant English translations, allowing readers to savor the essence of his verses. Moreover, the QR codes enhance readers' experience by providing access to beautifully composed recitations, bringing Ghalib's poetry to life in both word and melody.

About the Author: "Entrepreneur, investor and mentor, Sanjiv Saraf juggles many roles, but his passion for Urdu poetry is what is closest to his heart. He set up Rekhta Foundation—which hosts the world’s largest and most popular resource for the Hindustani language and literature—apart from doing extensive work for preservation of texts and propagation of the language among youth through festivals and events. An alumnus of the Scindia School (1975) and a graduate from IIT Kharagpur (1980), Sanjiv was involved in business and industry for over thirty years during which he founded Polyplex Corpn. Ltd., an Indian multinational, Manupatra, India’s leading legal database, and other ventures in the green energy space. Thereafter, he turned his energies towards the Hindustani language and is now fully involved in what he considers ‘the most satisfying work of my life, so far’. Sanjiv is a recipient of several awards and honours, including the distinguished Doctor of Letters (D. Litt.) degree by Maulana Azad National Urdu University Hyderabad in 2016, the National Sir Syed Excellence Award 2018 by Aligarh Muslim University, the Madhav Award as an Old Boy of Eminence for the year 2020 by the Scindia School and the distinguished alumnus award from IIT Kharagpur in 2022. "

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Andaz e Bayan Aur - Mirza Ghalib's 100 Selected Ghazals