MEGHDOOT

Book Details

• Translators: Shanta J Shelake

• ISBN: 9788177661392

• Edition: 9th

• Publishing Year: February 1994

• Pages: 136

• Language: Translated from Sanskrit to Marathi

• Category: Poems

• Binding: Paperback

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

About The Book

Meghdoot is one of the most celebrated epics of Sanskrit literature, authored by the legendary poet Mahakavi Kalidas. Written entirely in the graceful Mandakranta chhand (metrical form), this poetic masterpiece eloquently portrays the yearning of a lover separated from his beloved, blending natural beauty with deep emotional expression.

In this remarkable Marathi translation, acclaimed writer Shanta J Shelake brings Kalidas’s classic to life with simplicity, rhythm, and a deep respect for the original form. Her stanzas flow effortlessly, staying faithful to the structure and soul of the epic. Her literary finesse ensures that readers often forget they are reading a translation, as the Marathi version evokes the same poetic intensity as the Sanskrit original.

Whether you are a long-time admirer of Meghdoot or discovering it for the first time, this translation will captivate your heart. A timeless epic rendered in a new yet authentic voice — this book is a gem for poetry lovers, classical literature enthusiasts, and those seeking emotional depth through the lens of ancient Indian literary tradition.