Nepalaya publication has released a five-volume compilation ‘Kabi Shiromani Rachanawali’ which includes all the published and unpublished literary works of Kabi Shiromani Lekhnath Paudel, on February 19, Paudel’s memorial day.

Who is who of Nepal’s literature attended the program held in the ‘R’ Shala of Nepalaya. Rama Sharma, General Secretary of Nepali Educa­tion Council, Prativa Pandey, the granddaughter of Shiromani Paudel and Professor Sanat Kumar Wasti, the book’s editor, jointly launched the book.

“I recall writer Jagdish Ghimire saying he wanted to see Baba’s works widely distributed, such that each and every Nepali family could get to read them,” said Pandey. “His desire, Professor Wasti’s enthusiasm and support from Lekhnath Founda­tion made this possible.”

The limited-edition set of five hardcover books is available for Rs 6,975. APEX BUREAU