Mosaic of Life: A Collection of Poems

By Gouri Srivastava

The book Mosaic of Life: A Collection of Poems is a journey of celebrating experiences and remembered encounters with persons at different stages of life. The thirty-seven literary compositions reflect human concerns toward growing conflicts that are manifestations of human activities and natural calamities. Inner quest for peace and harmony are part of the collections.

The book is a collection of thirty-seven poems transcribing cherished experiences of my life. The thoughts woven under each exposition explore the depth of human emotions and attempt to provide a healing touch to turmoil and conflicts affecting human life. Themes that form part of the Mosaic of Life celebrate the strength of womanhood, nurture memories of bygone days, and reflect sensitivity towards gender, persons with disability, and transgender people. Issues and concerns for marginalized sectors of our society and conservation of environment are also penned as for food for thought. Exploring multiple pathways for leading a quality and meaningful life for a better tomorrow are other important additions. It is hoped that poetry lovers will enjoy each poem and unravel the inner meaning conveyed for understanding and appreciating the context in which they are composed.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Partridge Publishing India
• Release date: Oct 4, 2016
• ISBN: 9781482885903

Gouri Srivastava

Gouri Srivastava, professor in the Department of Gender Studies at the National Council of Educational Research and Training in New Delhi has published widely in academic journals at the national and international levels. She is a recipient of several national and international scholarships. As an Asia fellow, she has completed the project on gender and peace in the Maldives.

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Mosaic of Life..

A Collection of Poems

Gouri Srivastava

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Copyright © 2016 by Gouri Srivastava.

ISBN:      Softcover   978-1-4828-8593-4

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Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

A Poem from the Womb

Reminiscing Experiences

The Girl Child

Questioning I and You

Mother

Bonding

Strength

Transgender

Footprints

Potter’s Wheel

Peace

Sensitivity

The Lighthouse

Undulating Landscape

Flame

The Core and the Periphery

Envisioning Change

School Days

The March of Times

Hidden Treasure

Dialoguing between the

Transmitter and the Receiver

Happiness and Sorrow

Pets

Parched Patches

Holocaust

Thirst

Myths and Misconceptions

Experiences

Travelogue

Maldives of My Vision

Healthy Living

Pathways

Height and Depth

Laughter

The Clock of Life

Patriarchy

Colours

Glossary

Preface

This anthology of poems is carefully crafted thoughts reflected under different themes that are drawn from real life and cherished experiences. They reflect my mortal journey travelled from childhood to adulthood, picking up incidents and events that have touched my heart. Twinkling like stars, they keep reminding me of benedictions and trying times, guiding me, making me introspect on the meaning of life.

Themes covered under these literary expositions celebrate the strength of womanhood and nurture childhood memories, schooldays and myriads of activities surrounding this impressionable stage of