The narrator reflects on the challenges of translating poetry, particularly the difficulties in capturing the essence and emotions of the original text. They mention Lalujee's English verses, which, while entertaining, fail to do justice to the Hindi originals. The narrator emphasizes that poetry translation is more complex than prose, requiring a deep understanding of the poet's feelings and a mastery of the original language's nuances. They commend Zaverchand Meghani for his skillful translations of English poems that feel authentically his own. The narrator then presents their own translations of two couplets by the renowned Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, cautioning readers not to compare their work with that of Laluprasad. They detail the process undertaken to create these translations, including consulting various sources and striving to maintain the poet's intended message, particularly regarding the theme of self-respect. The couplets express heartfelt sentiments about pain and the independence of the speaker, who asserts their right to remain seated in a public space without being ordered to move. The narrator encourages readers to explore Ghalib's complete ghazal in both original and translated forms, providing additional resources for deeper understanding. Finally, they hint at a surprise as they conclude their narrative.

by Valibhai Musa in English Comedy stories

Writen by Valibhai Musa

Category Comedy stories