Six of Cups: poems By Neha Bansal
Six of Cups: poems
By Neha Bansal
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My Ratings 5/5
Synopsis
Titled Six of Cups, which is a minor arcana card in a traditional tarot deck that symbolises nostalgia for the good old days, this collection of poetry is an ode to the evocative remembrance of sepia-tinged memories, both collective and individual. These memories give a sense of rootedness in an increasingly alienating world. Poems like “Good Old Doordarshan,” “Sibling Squabbles,” and “Supernatural” are light-hearted but stir up memories that will make anyone smile at common rites of passage. Other poems like “My Grandpa’s Stories,” “Festival Of Lights,” “Paper Boat,” “Birthday Parties,” and “Mint Chutney” evoke a sense of hiraeth for past homes and hearths we can’t go to. Six of Cups is a perfect read for the readers who want to take a trip down memory lane and re-live those memories of the past that make us who we are today.
My Thoughts
Six of Cups by Neha Bansal is a heartfelt collection of poetry that takes readers on a nostalgic journey through cherished memories of simpler times. Drawing its name from the tarot card symbolizing nostalgia and emotional reflection, the collection weaves together personal and collective experiences, inviting readers to pause and savor moments from the past that have shaped them.
Bansal’s poems are deeply evocative, painting vivid scenes of familiar, comforting moments. Poems like "Good Old Doordarshan" and "Sibling Squabbles" stir up laughter and warmth as they remind readers of shared cultural touchstones and the universal experiences of childhood and growing up. These lighter pieces are balanced by more poignant reflections, such as "My Grandpa’s Stories" and "Festival of Lights," which capture the bittersweetness of time passing and the hiraeth—the longing for homes and loved ones left behind.
Each poem in *Six of Cups* feels like an invitation to look back with affection, appreciating the small yet significant moments that define who we are. Whether it's the simple joy of "Paper Boat" or the sensory memory of "Mint Chutney," Bansal masterfully taps into emotions that resonate deeply, particularly for readers who cherish the idea of home and the rituals that connect us to our roots.
Written in an accessible and relatable style, this collection offers readers the chance to re-live memories of the past while reflecting on how those moments continue to influence the present. For those seeking comfort in nostalgia, *Six of Cups* is a perfect escape—a poetic trip down memory lane that reminds us of the beauty and meaning in life’s simplest pleasures.
Bansal’s work will resonate with anyone who has ever longed for the good old days, and it serves as a reminder that our memories, both big and small, make us who we are today.
Highly Recommended!
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