Nissim Ezekiel
Nissim Ezekiel was an Indian Jewish poet, playwright, and art
critic. He was born on December 24, 1924, in Mumbai, India and was an important
figure in the Indian English literary scene. He is considered one of the
pioneers of modern Indian English poetry.
Ezekiel was educated in Mumbai and later studied at the
University of Bombay. He began writing poetry while still in college and
published his first collection of poems, "The Bad Taste of Others,"
in 1964. He went on to publish several more collections of poetry and wrote
plays, essays, and art criticism as well.
Ezekiel's poetry is characterized by its wit, irony, and its
examination of Indian culture and politics. He is also known for his humorous,
self-deprecating style, and his ability to find humor in everyday situations.
He was a strong advocate of Indian independence and his works reflect his
commitment to this cause.
Ezekiel's legacy includes his contributions to Indian English
literature and his influence on several generations of Indian poets and
writers. He passed away on January 9, 2004, in Mumbai, India.
Career of nissim ezekiel
Nissim Ezekiel was a versatile artist and intellectual with a
multi-faceted career. Some of his notable career accomplishments include:
- Poet: Ezekiel is considered one of the pioneers of modern Indian English poetry. He published several collections of poems, including "The Bad Taste of Others" (1964), "Holidays" (1966), and "The Exact Name" (1967).
- Playwright: Ezekiel wrote several plays in English, including "The Descent of Long- Necked Siva" (1959), "The Love Trilogy" (1962), and "Tales of the Meandering River" (1969).
- Art Critic: Ezekiel was a noted art critic and wrote several articles and essays on the subject. He was particularly interested in modern Indian art and his criticism reflected his deep knowledge of and appreciation for the genre.
- Teacher: Ezekiel taught at several universities, including the University of Bombay and Deccan College. He was also a visiting professor at several universities in the United States.
- Literary Activist: Ezekiel was actively involved in the Indian literary scene and was a founding member of the influential literary magazine "Imprint." He was also involved in the establishment of the Poetry Society of India.
Ezekiel's contributions to Indian English literature and the
arts continue to be widely recognized and his works remain popular and widely
read.
Early life of nissim ezekiel
Nissim Ezekiel was born on December 24, 1924, in Mumbai (then
Bombay), India. He was the son of a Jewish merchant and grew up in a
middle-class family.
Ezekiel was educated in Mumbai and later attended the
University of Bombay, where he studied philosophy. He was introduced to modern
English poetry while in college and was greatly influenced by the works of T.S.
Eliot, W.H. Auden, and Dylan Thomas.
Ezekiel began writing poetry while still in college and his
early works reflected his interest in Indian culture and politics. He was also
deeply influenced by the Indian independence movement and his works often
reflected his commitment to this cause.
After completing his education, Ezekiel worked as a teacher
and a freelance writer. He continued to write poetry and also wrote plays,
essays, and art criticism. He was an active member of the Indian literary scene
and was involved in the establishment of the Poetry Society of India.
Ezekiel's early life and education laid the foundation for
his successful and multi-faceted career as a poet, playwright, art critic, and
teacher.
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