Description

Arghya, a publication by Niyogi Books, is an encapsulation of spiritual poetry weaved into intricate photography by Aparna Nevatia in Hindi Language. It is a unique experiment that combines words and pictures to tell a story of life, expressions, emotions, contemplations and sometimes realisation. The picture gallery is an illustration and poetry a viewfinder that bridges the gap between different time zones and beliefs. Without saying much and free for interpretation, it reflects the divinity in mortality and nature, along with the rawness of divinity itself. In the words of Swami Muktinathananda, “these are rare photographs, and each one is like a painting on its own.”

The books’ pre-launch was held last year on 23rd September at Café Repertwahr, Lucknow. Inaugrated by Guest of Honour, Mrs Kanak Rekha Chauhan, Founder Director of Lucknow Literature Fest, Mr M.C. Dwivedi, Ex DGP of UP, Aparnaji and her husband Mr Sameer Nevatia, the first look of the beautiful, square-shaped, blue book gathered huge enthusiasm. Other people in the literary panel, including Mr Chadrashekar Verma, author and grandson of Bhagwati Charan Verma, and Mrs Anjana Mishra, writer and retired head of Hindi Department at Loreto Convent School highly praised the work. Anjanaji compared the poetry to the likes of Kabir, Surdaas, Mira and all those who have ever wanted to express their Bhakti towards the Divine.