"Poetry, I think, intensifies the reader's experience. If it's a humorous facet of the story, poetry makes it more exuberant. If it's a sad facet, poetry can make it more poignant."
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Vikram Seth, born on June 20, 1952, in Kolkata, India, is a celebrated poet, novelist, and lyricist known for his eloquent and evocative literary works that transcend cultural boundaries. His acclaimed poetry collections, such as "Mappings" and "The Golden Gate," alongside the epic novel "A Suitable Boy," showcase his masterful command of language and deep exploration of human emotions. Seth's distinctive voice reflects his diverse background and profound insights, solidifying his legacy as one of contemporary literature's most influential figures.
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"Those books of mine that are remunerative - I'm not talking about poetry here - take years to write, and I am never sure they'll be successful. So writing is a risk in more senses than one."
Vikram Seth
"Everyone sort of sees his own life and times as being ephemeral. One thinks that everything good or important that happened, happened in the past. But I think that seeing scenes that you are used to, but with the heightening effects of poetry, perhaps makes you value your life and times more than you might otherwise do."
Vikram Seth"I spent many years of my life as an economist and demographer. I was finally distracted by writing my novels and poetry. I'm enormously happy that was the case. I feel that with writing I have found my metier."
Vikram Seth
"Why do writers, say, give up a job in economics and decide to write poetry? Or, why do they give up a job in a bank and decide to paint, like Krishan Khanna? They want to convey something."
Vikram Seth