Kedarnath Singh

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Kedar Nath Singh (1934) is a Hindi poet, essayist and writer.

[edit] Early life

He was born in Chakiya village of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh. He retired as a professor from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

[edit] Major works

  • Poem Collection : Abhi Bilkul Abhi, Zameen pak Rahi Hai, Yahan se Dekho, Akaal mein Saaras, Baagh,Tolstoy aur cycle
  • Essay and Stories : Mere Samay ke Shabd,Kalpana aur chhayavad,Hindi kavita mein bimb vidhan, Kabristan mein Panchayat
  • Others : Taana Baana

[edit] Awards & Honours

He was awarded among others, Sahitya Academy award, Kumaran Aashan and the Vyas Award. external link