The magic of poetry can never be denied, be it in any country or any language. It is the music of the soul, as poets so often proclaim. Samuel Taylor Coleridge defined it thus: ‘Poetry: The Best Words in the Best Order’. What better title could there be for a volume that eulogizes poetry, and waxes eloquent about classic poems that have a wealth of meaning within?
Reading poetry is akin to diving into the ocean and coming up with a pearl every time. This volume evokes the very same feeling in the hearts and the minds of its readers.
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Deepti Menon has always loved the written word. She began to write at the age of ten and was lucky enough to have travelled around the country as an Army kid. Her experiences during those years helped hone her interest and her flair for writing. Her first book, 'Arms and the Woman', published in 2002, takes a light-hearted look at the life of an Army wife. 2013 and 2014 were lucky for her, as many of her short stories were chosen for anthologies. She also has a book of poems, titled 'Deeparadhana of Poems', lovingly compiled by her mother, herself a talented writer and ‘Shadow in the Mirror’, a psychological thriller published by Readomania in 2016. In 2020 and 2021, she brought out two eBooks of thriller short stories, titled ‘Where Shadows Follow – Tales that Twist and Turn’ and 'Shadows Never Lie' along with ‘Tales From the Panchatantra’, a set of four eBooks, all by Readomania.
2022 saw the publication of 'Defying Destiny: Nalini Chandran - A Life Sketch' which was based on the intriguing life of her mother, a renowned educationist who has created history in the town of Thrissur in Kerala.
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“Poetry: The Best Words in Best Order” brought a smile of nostalgia to my face. Poems like “Abou Ben Adhem” and “Palanquin Bearers” made me reminisce about the English literature classes attended ages ago in school. It was a delight to read poems like “Zinnias and Tea” and “We Wear the Mask“, which I had never read before. I must specially thank the author for including the poem “Krishna, You Know Me Not” by Sughatha Kumari. Translated into English by Ministhy S. Nair, this poem shows the sublimeness of an unknown gopika’s love for Krishna. The poem had me swaying in bhakti while I read it. The inclusion of this poem highlights the fact that our regional literature is a treasure trove that should be explored more. I hope that the author plans to get the anthology traditionally published (maybe with a catchier title). The book will surely add beauty and allure to a poetry lover’s bookshelf.
Harshita Nanda Thank you so much, Harshita, for your wonderful and detailed review on my book. I am, indeed, honoured! When I started these posts, it was only to satisfy my own passion towards poetry. I am happy that it has touched a chord in avid readers like you as well. Thank you.
Congratulations Deepti for your book! I enjoyed reading it very much - terrific choice of poems and excellent explanations. Wish you all the best. Check out my detailed review blogroll here https://www.theblogchatter.com/blogrolls/poetry-best-words-in-the-best-order-by-deepti-menon-a-book-review
Huma Masood Thank you ever so much, Huma, for your fabulous and detailed review of my book! I can't stop smiling. :) I particularly loved how you touched on your favourite poems in it and outlined them.
Poetry is our first love, getting the copy right now.
MeenalSonal Mathur Thank you so much, MeenalSonal Mathur! Can't wait to hear what you have to say! :)
Congratulations! Downloaded the book. Looking forward to a wonderful read.
Chinmayee Gayatree Sahu Chinmayee, thank you ever so much! Am thrilled! Can't wait to hear your verdict! :)
Congrats Deepti. Look forward to reading it :)
Huma Masood Thank you so much, Huma! I would love to know what you think! :)
All the best and many many congratulations!
Swati Mathur Thank you very much, Swati. This was a very enjoyable experience!
Who wouldn't love a collection of the creme de la creme poets and poems? Looking forward to reading your book! :)
Kashish Mahtani Kashish, thank you ever so much. I am just delving into your wonderful poems at the moment!
Congratulations and all the best!
Mayura Amarkant Mayura, thank you ever so much! Wish you the same!
Congratulations and best wishes! Looking forward to a wonderful read.
Purba Chakraborty Thank you so much, Purba! I would love to know what you think! :)
Good Luck!
Good Luck
Srishti Rajeev Menda Srishti, thank you ever so much!