A Woven Rope - Buni Huyi Rassi (Award Winning Collection of Hindi Poems)

Book Details

• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Bhawani Prasad Mishra
• Language: English
• Edition: 2016
• Pages: 147
• ISBN: 9788126049998
• Cover: Paperback
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm (8.5 x 5.5 inches)
• Weight: 210 gm

About the Book

This book presents A Woven Rope, the English translation of Bhawani Prasad Mishra’s Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Hindi poetry collection Buni Huyi Rassi. The collection reflects a profound journey from the outer world to the inner self, capturing the poet’s deep awareness of time, existence, and human emotions.

The poems explore themes such as the fleeting nature of life, loneliness in old age, inner conflicts, and the subtle beauty of everyday experiences. Mishra brings intensity even to ordinary moments, transforming them into meaningful reflections through his sensitive and observant poetic voice. The collection primarily features shorter poems, each rich in thought and expression.

Known as a “people’s poet,” Bhawani Prasad Mishra wrote in simple, colloquial Hindi, making his poetry accessible while retaining depth and artistic richness. His unique style combines musicality, wordplay, vivid imagery, and emotional resonance, creating layers of meaning that engage readers on multiple levels.

The English translation retains the essence and rhythm of the original work, allowing a wider audience to appreciate Mishra’s poetic brilliance. This collection is idea