The magic in poetry
The combination of thoughts, feelings and imagination tinged with appropriate light and shade go into making a real poem, a poem which evokes interest and provokes thoughts of readers.
A poem, characteristically, ignites fire in the mind. We draw indescribable pleasure while embarking on a flight, spreading our wings of imagination. A poem is not only a source of pleasure but also a vehicle that lifts us above the mundane affairs of our lives. A poem is worth reading when it is able to play the catalytic role of bringing about ecstatic pleasure, suspending the pain of worldly burdens and, above all, purifying the mortal minds.
Nirbachito Kobita is a selection of poems written by Mujibul Haque Kabir. The poet is a high-school teacher in Narayanganj. He is respected by young readers, and loved by his friends and colleagues everywhere. His poems have already created a huge number of readers who grab the earliest opportunity of reading his poems whenever they are made available in the market.
With the publication of Nirbachito Kobita the poet has very truly met the demand of readers who particularly enjoy being on their wings flying above the vast azure expanse of the sea. A cool, fresh breeze and the pristine beauty of nature which find their un-adulterated exposure in the poems leave a long lasting effect. The serene composure of your mind continues to make you feel an unearthly comfort.
Mujibul Haque has been extremely imaginative. Emotion also has added colour to his imagination. These two have played the trick and almost all of his poems have a kind of mystery. The elated state of mind of the poet has given the poetry an ecstatic touch, and his poetic treatment makes an earthly thing an unearthly one.
The poet takes unlimited freedom and privilege in portraying a thing with his own logic, own thoughts. He resorts to his own preferences in colouring a thing or a situation. It, however, goes without saying that the poet's maturity and wisdom have always had the upper hand, which is why all his poems compel the undivided attention of readers. The readers also very desirably or willingly separate themselves from the discord of real life to enjoy the feeling of being lifted in the vast azure sky. At times, while going through the book, some readers are also likely to seek solitude for creating an atmosphere to experience the poetic ecstasy. The poet is there in his poems. His feelings --- good, happy, lonely and sad, are all visible in his poems, absolutely without any camouflage.
Readers are sure to be taken to new heights if they realize how the poet has seen the relation between man and nature. His gratitude to nature for its contribution to developing his physical structure, has been remarkably presented and readers will find a different taste in it.
The poet may not have known the identity of the ultimate power, yet his curiosity which is evident in the poem "Ishshor-o-charbak" will have long lasting effect. It will further consolidate your trust, confidence and faith in the Supreme Lord.
One very important thing that pervades the pages of the book under review is the poet's uncompromising bravery against arrogance. While admitting the fact that conflict between right and wrong is unavoidable, he expresses his firm commitment to resisting it through creating awareness among readers. His appeal to readers may not be very poignant but it is not difficult to take the message either. "Porajito Noie" is a short poem which has an evident tone of inspiration. Readers are drawn completely into the smooth rhythm. They easily figure out what the poet has to tell them. It is, like most of the poems, short and easy to comprehend.
The struggle that brought freedom for us, is undoubtedly the most important and colossal event in our national history. It touched who ever witnessed it and also continues to influence the posterity through its accounts in history, literature, movies, paintings, etc. Mujibul Haque Kabir is not an exception. Being a conscious and sensitive person, he was tremendously attracted towards the struggle. The poet was at his prime age of 18, and the event left an indelible mark on his mind. "Muktijhodhar Golpo" is a brief yet powerful reflection of poetic sensibilities. Readers will find interesting elements to ponder over.
Mystery and ambiguity which lie between the lines in almost all the poems have given the poetry a sort of hypnotizing effect. You will feel like having a stroll along the passage of the poems. You will remain spellbound but not feel drowsy, as long as you hear the low whisper of the pebbles along its way. The smooth and silky journey through the poems will make you aware of the technical excellence of the poems. The magical feeling will also transport you to a world, free from all worries and anxieties. The rhythm, the words, figures of speech are all blended in such harmony that you will never feel exhausted even after strolling for miles. Exuberance never fades.
The poet is always meticulous in maintaining a pure and holistic atmosphere in his book. The canvas is entirely wrapped in modesty and decency. The book will surely be a valuable read for all.
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