Overview

A poetic journey through five decades of Karnataka's history, this collection brings K. S. Nisar Ahmed's timeless verses to a new audience. K. S. Nisar Ahmed captured the soul of Karnataka and the pulse of everyday life in verses that are as provocative as they are deeply lyrical. Every Day a Celebration gathers some of his finest poems, spanning over five decades, and introduces his voice to a wider audience through Roopa Pai's sensitive translation. Steeped in both Romantic and Modernist traditions, his work fluidly interweaves Sanskrit and Urdu influences, blending intellectual rigor with heartfelt emotion. Whether reflecting on the burdens of history or simply delighting in life's fleeting joys, his words remain strikingly relevant across generations. With this landmark translation, English readers can now experience the brilliance of one of Kannada's most beloved poets—a voice that continues to resonate with urgency and humanity.

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Author:   K. S. Nisar Ahmed ,  Roopa Pai
Publisher:   Seagull Books London Ltd
Imprint:   Seagull Books London Ltd
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9781803095738

ISBN 10:   1803095733
Pages:   312
Publication Date:   27 February 2026
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Translator’s Introduction: The Rich Harvest of an Unbounded Mind: The Life and Work of K. S. Nisar Ahmed How To Read This Book Padyanjali—An Offering of Poems (1956) Manasu Gandhi Bazaar-U—The Mind Is Gandhi Bazaar (1960) Nenedavara Manadalli—In The Minds of the Faithful (1964) Sumuhurtha—Auspicious Time (1967) Sanje Aidara Male—The 5 p.m. Rain (1970) Naanemba Parakeeya—The Alien That Is Me (1972) Nityotsava—Every Day a Celebration (1976) Swayamseveya Giligalu—The Volunteer Parrots Anaamika Aanglaru—The Unknown Englishmen (1982) Bahirantara—Exteriority (1990) Navollasa—A New Elation (1994) Aakaashakke Sarahaddugalilla—The Sky Has No Borders (1998) Aravattaidara Aisiri—The Abundance of 65 (2001) Minchikegalu—Lightning Bolts (2010)

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Kokkare Hosahalli Shekh Haider (K. S.) Nisar Ahmed (1936–2020) was a celebrated Kannada poet and writer known for his lyrical and deeply humanistic works. Best known for “Nityotsava,” his iconic poem celebrating Karnataka, he authored numerous poems, translations, and children’s books over his prolific career. His contributions to Kannada literature earned him prestigious honors, including the Padma Shri. Roopa Pai is a Bangalore-based children’s author and journalist with over twenty published books. She is the creator of Taranauts, India’s first fantasy-adventure series for children, and the author of the national bestseller The Gita for Children.

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