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Illustrated Kashmiri Proverbs

We all are aware that language is a means to communicate but when the language is mother tongue then people feel at ease. It also helps in knowing about the culture of that region and keeps the culture “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” ― Nelson Mandela Mother Tongue is the first we learn or acquire naturally. It plays an important role as a means of communication and mark of identity. It gives us a distinct identity to our shared ancestry, culture, history, and roots. Being Kashmiri, we have lost our home and the gradual loss of our mother tongue too. This loss of a language means loss of identity. As the Kashmiris are living far and wide from their homeland all over the world, the younger generation is exposed to other languages Hindi, English, and other languages. Proverbs are part of every spoken language and reflect the economic, social, political, and religious atmosphere at that time. These proverbs are passed to several generations and thus, there is a slight change in the wordings. We can say it is oral communication that was passed on to the generations. So, this Illustration book of Kashmiri proverbs is a reflection of those Kashmiri proverbs which were used in our homes and somehow are now lost. A humble effort to keep the Kashmiri language alive in the form of Proverbs. It would be immensely helpful for our next generation to understand the richness of their mother tongue. About Author Meetu Koul:- Meetu koul was born in New Delhi, brought up in Srinagar and later did her schooling in Leh after exodus. Completed a degree in Engineering and Post-Graduation in Management. Worked in Corporate India but shared love of the mother tongue made her to look at various Kashmiri proverbs and how the usage has changed over time. As proverbs tell us not only of the world before our time but our roots, culture, social, economic and religious patterns. They give us our grounding roots and a sense of continuity that is unique part of our identity. But what about the language they spoke. Question Arise: What is lost for individuals and culture when a language is no longer spoken. So, this Illustrated Kashmiri Proverb Book is an attempt to revive that. Kashmiri proverbs have changed a lot as documented in various books but in this book only a few proverbs are selected which are recent in memory. It is important to point out that both Hindus and Muslims were using these proverbs . Meetu lives in New Delhi and Working as a Management Consultant #IllustratedKashmiriProverbs #VisualWisdom #KashmiriCulture"..

Rs.260.00

Kashmiri 123 with Bōbji

Bōbji is here! Nostalgia alert! Learn 123 in Kashmiri language while taking a shikara ride down memory lane with your adorable Kashmiri grandpa! Today, fewer and fewer kashmiri kids speak their monther-tongue. But not on Bōbji's watch! This kehwa-sipping, kangri-hugging hero will help your little-ones to learn counting numbers in their language. Give your children the gift they can count on! Also check out: -Kashmiri ABC with Bobji! -Farmlife with Bobji! About Author Prerna Kachroo:- Prerna aka Zoon(Moon in kashmiri) is a game-designer turned children's book author. She writes with the mission to revive her dying mother-tongue, kashmiri. ..

Rs.399.00

Kashmiri ABC with Bōbji

Bōbji is here! Learn ABC in kashmiri Language while taking a shikara ride down memory lane with your adorable Kashmiri grandpa! [with english captions] Today, fewer and fewer kashmiri kids in exile speak their monther-tongue. But not on Bōbji's watch! This kehwa-sipping, kangri-hugging hero will help your little-ones learn their language well as their culture. Nostalgia Alert: Bobji and his quirky li'l family will surely remind you of your own! So, go ahead and re-live your childhood as you read to your child. Give your child the best gift.. Their Kashmiri identity! Also check out: -Kashmiri 123 with Bobji! -Farmlife with Bobji! And more to come... #KashmiriABC #BōbjiAdventures #AlphabetAdventure..

Rs.399.00

Kashmiri Farm-Life with Bōbji

Time to Moo & Meow.. Bōbji is here! Nostalgia alert! Learn about Farm-Animals in Kashmiri language while rolling down the hills of imagination with your adorable Kashmiri grandpa! Today, fewer and fewer kashmiri kids speak their monther-tongue. But not on Bōbji's watch! This kehwa-sipping, kangri-hugging hero will help your little-ones to learn about their mother-land & mother-tongue. Give your children the Purr'fect gift: Their Kashmiri identity! Also check out: -Kashmiri ABC with Bobji! -Kashmiri 123 with Bobji! About Author Prerna Kachroo:- Prerna aka Zoon(Moon in kashmiri) is a game-designer turned children's book author. She writes with the mission to revive her dying m #Kashmirilanguagebooks #Kashmiribooks #kashmirilanguage..

Rs.399.00

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Kashmiri Proverbs Volume 1

This book, written during the pandemic, is the brainchild of the author, based primarily on the Kashmiri sayings the elders used to quote and intersperse during their day-to-day conversations. Such special sayings, the proverbs, are gems of wisdom that give advice about life. Proverbs do reflect and demonstrate national events, social customs and vices, and are found in all languages and societies alike. As rightly said by a Panamanian, “Proverb is to speech what salt is to food.” Generations have passed, but those proverbs are relevant even today. These proverbs, handed over through word of mouth, might slowly dwindle and vanish from our lives as our future generations are bound to distance themselves from the use of Kashmiri language due to circumstances created by the design, compulsion or choice. This concern prompted me to document these proverbs. The compilation has 101 Kashmiri proverbs in English, Urdu and Hindi, to ensure better reach. The meaning of each word is annexed with an elaborate description, interpretation and usage with illustrative examples, wherever possible. These proverbs are hoped to invoke interesting memories in Kashmiris, in particular and a positive reception from other regions as well, by recapitulating similar proverbs in their own languages...

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Kashmiri Proverbs Volume II

The proverbs included in this collection are concise statements that primarily draw wisdom from traditional sources. They express universally held truths, offer advice based on common sense and experiences, and encapsulate the values and beliefs of a society. The remarkable aspect of these proverbs lies in their timeless relevance and the careful refinement they have undergone throughout generations. It is worth noting that these proverbs are widely used in colloquial Kashmiri language, adding a touch of distinctiveness and flavor. They can be considered as the "spicy jargon" of the Kashmiri language. This compilation presents 151 new Kashmiri proverbs, with each proverb translated into English, Hindi, and Urdu to ensure broader accessibility and assist readers in pronouncing them correctly. The inclusion of detailed descriptions, interpretations, and usage examples, whenever possible, enhances the reader's understanding and engagement with each proverb. Readers will find noticeable improvements in the quality of presentation, language, and ease of comprehension compared to the first volume. These proverbs aim to evoke nostalgic memories among Kashmiris, specifically, while also garnering a positive reception from other regions by drawing parallels with similar proverbs in their respective languages. About Author Dr. Raj Kachru:- Dr Raj Kachru, a Kashmiri Pandit, hails from the family of 18th century’s leading Kashmiri Poetess, Arnimal, known for poignant poetry, and Munshi Bhawani Dass Pandit Kachru, an erudite Persian scholar and historian at Rainawari, Srinagar, Kashmir. Raj Kachru did his earlier schooling in the valley, graduated from IIT, Kharagpur, and PhD from MSU, USA. A globe trotter, he has worked in USA, Iran and India, including IIT, Kharagpur. His last position was as the Assistant Director-general (Process Engineering) at ICAR, New Delhi. During his 50+ years of professional career, Raj Kachru has published more than 390 papers and 16 books (the last being Kashmiri Proverbs Vol-1, May 2021), designed and developed 18 prototypes and delivered more than 160 invited lectures in India and abroad. He has received many national and international awards including the prestigious gold medal by the Institution of Engineers (India), ISAE Commendation Medal for R&D and Rajendra Prasad award by the ICAR. Raj Kachru has a passion for literature especially, Urdu, Kashmiri and English poetry, and a love for all types of music and Ghazal singing. At present, he lives in Bhopal with his wife, Madhu (former Professor and Head, Sociology, Post-Graduate Women's College, Bhopal). #KashmiriProverbs #CulturalWisdom..

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The Odyssey of Kashmiri Pandits |Destination-Homeland-Panun Kashmir

This book The Odyssey of Kashmiri Pandits presents the pathetic life of Kashmiri Pandits in exile. The Mass Exodus from their homes in the year 1990, have left them as refugees in their own country. The original inhabitants of Kashmir, scattered all over the world, are now haunted by nostalgia of Paradise on Earth. They were hounded out, after inflicting taunts, physical abuse, miseries, loot, and selective killing. The exiled community hopes to go back to their home land some day. What could have been the reasons for all these miseries? Were the killers caught? About Author Dr. M.L.BHAT:- Dr. M.L.BHAT was born in a tiny village in Kashmir. He was forced to leave his home in 1990. He lived in exile for twenty-seven long years, which prompted him to pen down this tragic story. He is married to Champa Dhar and spends his retired life in Jammu. He has two children...

Rs.240.00

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Illustrated Kashmiri Proverbs

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The Odyssey of Kashmiri Pandits |Destination-Homeland-Panun Kashmir

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