The definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers. 99 collects in a single volume the finest pieces Khushwant Singh published over the course of a long and prodigiously creative life. The essays, extracts, stories and poems (one for each year of his life) have been chosen for their excellence or because they represent an aspect of the The definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers. 99 collects in a single volume the finest pieces Khushwant Singh published over the course of a long and prodigiously creative life. The essays, extracts, stories and poems (one for each year of his life) have been chosen for their excellence or because they represent an aspect of the authors versatility and range. Some of the selections are well known. Others have never been published in book form. The book is divided into fifteen sections and showcases his exceptional achievement as a writer. Family Matters contains extracts from his autobiography and some personal narratives, My Beloved Country has some extraordinary writing about India. The Sikhs comprises excerpts from his books A History of the Sikhs and Ranjit Singh and essays on the community and translations of the Sikh hymns. The Uses and Abuses of Religion features his articles on the dangers of communalism and a sublime meditation on religion, Khushwant Singhs accounts of Pakistan and Pakistanis (including one of the most dazzling examples of journalism in our time, The Hanging of Bhutto) are included in Passage to Pakistan, he wrote interestingly about famous people all his life and twelve of his profiles feature in Singular People, a self-taught naturalist, he was passionate about the world of nature-The Ferocity & Flamboyance of Nature has writings on this theme. All About Sex contains some entertaining ruminations on sex, one of the subjects that he was most associated with in the popular imagination. As with sex, so with humour-a few of his funniest jokes find a place in A Merry Heart. Enthusiasms, Rants & Soliloquies has a fair representation of his electrifying polemics on a variety of subjects. A wise and honest man, his most insightful pieces on life, dealing with adversity, ageing and death find a place in How to Live, How to Die. As a novelist, he was superlative-selections from the six novels he published are to be found in The Novels, Portrait of a Lady and Other Stories features the eponymous story along with a few others, a great admirer of writers in Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi, he translated many of their works, some of which can be found in Exchange of Lunatics - Fiction in Translation and A Passion for Poetry. Published on the anniversary of Khushwant Singhs birth, this is the definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers-it will offer the reader page after page of thought-provoking pleasure. Interesting Facts The definitive anthology of Khushwant Singhs writing and selections from all the genres he worked infiction, poetry, journalism, essays, history, travel, humor, profilesmaking this the most comprehensive collection ever published. The book is a tribute to Khushwant Singh by his family on his ninety-ninth birthday. Edited and Introduced by David Davidar and Mala Dayal. Includes a selection of rare photographs of Khushwant Singh.
99 Unforgettable Fiction, Non-Fiction, Poetry & Humour
The definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers. 99 collects in a single volume the finest pieces Khushwant Singh published over the course of a long and prodigiously creative life. The essays, extracts, stories and poems (one for each year of his life) have been chosen for their excellence or because they represent an aspect of the The definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers. 99 collects in a single volume the finest pieces Khushwant Singh published over the course of a long and prodigiously creative life. The essays, extracts, stories and poems (one for each year of his life) have been chosen for their excellence or because they represent an aspect of the authors versatility and range. Some of the selections are well known. Others have never been published in book form. The book is divided into fifteen sections and showcases his exceptional achievement as a writer. Family Matters contains extracts from his autobiography and some personal narratives, My Beloved Country has some extraordinary writing about India. The Sikhs comprises excerpts from his books A History of the Sikhs and Ranjit Singh and essays on the community and translations of the Sikh hymns. The Uses and Abuses of Religion features his articles on the dangers of communalism and a sublime meditation on religion, Khushwant Singhs accounts of Pakistan and Pakistanis (including one of the most dazzling examples of journalism in our time, The Hanging of Bhutto) are included in Passage to Pakistan, he wrote interestingly about famous people all his life and twelve of his profiles feature in Singular People, a self-taught naturalist, he was passionate about the world of nature-The Ferocity & Flamboyance of Nature has writings on this theme. All About Sex contains some entertaining ruminations on sex, one of the subjects that he was most associated with in the popular imagination. As with sex, so with humour-a few of his funniest jokes find a place in A Merry Heart. Enthusiasms, Rants & Soliloquies has a fair representation of his electrifying polemics on a variety of subjects. A wise and honest man, his most insightful pieces on life, dealing with adversity, ageing and death find a place in How to Live, How to Die. As a novelist, he was superlative-selections from the six novels he published are to be found in The Novels, Portrait of a Lady and Other Stories features the eponymous story along with a few others, a great admirer of writers in Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi, he translated many of their works, some of which can be found in Exchange of Lunatics - Fiction in Translation and A Passion for Poetry. Published on the anniversary of Khushwant Singhs birth, this is the definitive anthology of the work of one of our greatest and most entertaining writers-it will offer the reader page after page of thought-provoking pleasure. Interesting Facts The definitive anthology of Khushwant Singhs writing and selections from all the genres he worked infiction, poetry, journalism, essays, history, travel, humor, profilesmaking this the most comprehensive collection ever published. The book is a tribute to Khushwant Singh by his family on his ninety-ninth birthday. Edited and Introduced by David Davidar and Mala Dayal. Includes a selection of rare photographs of Khushwant Singh.
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Jaseena AL –
Rating : 2 stars
Bharat Madras Natarajan –
Excellent compilation of his most critical and famous works. A brutally honest, candid and funny intellectual. His range of works is simply stunning, illustrating his impact on all facets of Indian literature. Easily one of my favorite books, by one of my favorite authors.
Gourang Ambulkar –
Collectible collection!!
Agnivo Niyogi –
Full Review: http://antorjatikbangali.wordpress.co... Published by Aleph books, 99 is a collection of Singh’s unforgettable fiction, non-fiction, poetry & humour, edited by Mr. David Davidar. We will forever be grateful to him for the beautiful ensemble of some classic stories, memories and unabashed laughter. Full Review: http://antorjatikbangali.wordpress.co... Published by Aleph books, 99 is a collection of Singh’s unforgettable fiction, non-fiction, poetry & humour, edited by Mr. David Davidar. We will forever be grateful to him for the beautiful ensemble of some classic stories, memories and unabashed laughter.
Anand Ganapathy –
David Davidar and Maya Dalal , the editors of this anthology have put together some of the best essays , articles, stories and translations by Khushwant Singh ( one of India's front ranking writers and editors ) . David Davidar and Maya Dalal , the editors of this anthology have put together some of the best essays , articles, stories and translations by Khushwant Singh ( one of India's front ranking writers and editors ) .
Mradul –
He always spoke his mind. There are moments when you do not agree with the writer but that was the only way he knew while framing his sentences. 99 is the pure extract of his life nicely brought together in one novel. RIP UNDETERRED KHUSHWANTJI.
Sambasivan –
Abrasive writer. But tells it as it is. Khushwant is one of the very few writers who speak up their mind without fear. Lived life on his own terms. Great and sensitive collection of his writings. Makes you want to read more.
M –
Awesome collection of works by one of the most influential Indian English authors. RIP Sardarji tussi great ho
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They don't make like him anymore! Thank you, KS! They don't make like him anymore! Thank you, KS!
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