Jazbaatan Da Kinara (Coastline of Emotions) is a book of Punjabi poetry written by Gurinder Mann, Lecturer in Punjabi Language and Culture of the Department of Asian Studies, University of British Columbia. Gurinder’s poems touch upon various topics, issues, and sentiments, and he uses the tools of imagery, metaphor, and personification to illustrate emotions on the broad range of subjects presented. At Gurinder’s debut book launch, he will take you on a journey of heart felt emotions through Punjabi poetry. Join the event to learn about the details of the book, including its content and Gurinder’s experience writing it.
The event is free and open to the public. Please register for the event to reserve a seat.
Speaker
Born and raised in England, Gurinder grew up surrounded by UK Bhangra Bands, many of whom further fueled his innate passion for Punjabi culture. He completed his Bachelor’s degree at UBC, where he later returned to earn a Master’s degree in Asian Studies. He has a vast interest in romantic folktales (qisse) written in poetic form, and is particularly fascinated with the story of Hir Ranjha, on which he completed his thesis. Besides his excellence in Punjabi language, literature, and culture, Gurinder is highly knowledgeable in Hindi-Urdu language as well as South Asian Film, and has taught courses in those areas at UBC.
Should you have any questions regarding the event, please contact Gurinder Mann at gurinder.mann@ubc.ca.