Book review : Tarkash by Javed Akhtar

Life – the more you understand, the more you realise, you don’t understand.

Tarkash, written by Javed Akhtar, genre - poetry.

The book is in Hindi and Urdu and I really don’t like writing the review in English but this is the medium which can reach masses, so be it.

Tarkash is a collection of gazals and poems. Mr. Javed Akhtar has written down the life phases he went through, his sorrows, his joys, his life in general and his opinions about people and situations.

The book starts with Javed sahab’s introduction of self and this is the best ’ABOUT ME’ I have read to date. Written by the master storyteller, the about me is a story in itself. Written in clear language and with full honesty is what puts through the real emotions from paper to the reader. It is indeed a story unveiling in front of ones eyes.

The gazals and poems bring one close to the reality which was prevalent then and is even prevalent now. This context and content connection is what will draw and connect readers of all generations. Several pieces are close to my heart, sharing a few here...

A must read for a reader as well as a writer.

I will rate it a  4/5.