{"product_id":"basti-durbar-delhi","title":"Basti \u0026 Durbar : Delhi-New Delhi: A City in Stories","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExplore the soul, chaos, history, and heartbeat of India's capital through thirty-two captivating tales with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eBasti \u0026amp; Durbar : Delhi-New Delhi: A City in Stories\u003c\/i\u003e edited and curated by renowned author Rakhshanda Jalil!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/b\u003e They say Delhi belongs to no one—that everyone who lives in it calls someplace else home, as if its non-identity were its identity. But for Rakhshanda Jalil, who claims Delhi without reservation, the city reveals itself through its stories. Spanning Dilli, New Delhi, and everything in between, this majestic anthology brings together thirty-two powerful voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFrom unbearable summer heat and freezing winters to rummy and golf at the Gymkhana Club, from a phoenix city built by emperors, imperialists, poets, and labourers to a sanctuary that survived the Partition, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"207\"\u003eBasti \u0026amp; Durbar\u003c\/i\u003e paints an intimate and enduring portrait of a city of lovers, dreamers, cynics, and fixers. Featuring literary legends and brilliant new voices alike—including Khushwant Singh, Bhisham Sahni, Krishna Sobti, Gulzar, Namita Gokhale, and many more—this collection is an absolute treasure for lovers of Delhi, history, and masterclass short fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAn Intimate Literary Portrait:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the multi-layered spirit, culture, and complexities of Delhi across different eras and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCurated by an Expert:\u003c\/b\u003e Edited by Rakhshanda Jalil, a distinguished writer, translator, and cultural historian deeply passionate about the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAll-Star Lineup of Authors:\u003c\/b\u003e Features thirty-two magnificent stories from celebrated literary giants and contemporary voices, including Khushwant Singh, Bhisham Sahni, Krishna Sobti, Gulzar, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRich Thematic Variety:\u003c\/b\u003e Explores everything from imperial history and Partition trauma to modern-day urban life, elite clubs, and everyday hustle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Perfect Gift for Book Lovers:\u003c\/b\u003e A must-have anthology for aficionados of South Asian literature, urban history, and short story collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52681750249755,"sku":null,"price":679.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/81M5F2S8dkL._SL1500.jpg?v=1785133498","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/hi\/products\/basti-durbar-delhi","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}