Collected Poems

The collection showcases Arvind Krishna Mehrotra's poetry spanning from 1969 to 2016, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary and intertwining autobiographical elements with the fantastical. Significant attention is given to his translations from various Indian languages, which comprise a third of the volume. The anthology includes selections from notable works like The Absent Traveller and Songs of Kabir, featuring contributions from poets across two millennia, illustrating the rich tapestry of Indian poetry.