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The non-fictional literature written in Urdu is an extraordinary masterpiece in itself. Whether it is criticism or articles written on literature, art, culture, civilization and history, these writings have afforded a new dimension to the literary, social, and cultural discourse of the subcontinent. Presenting, a comprehensive selection of all such writings to give you more food for thought than ever.
Popular humorist and satirist, known for his linguistic finesse and representations of social inequalities.
Associated with the Urdu department of Jamia Millia Islamia, one of the important critics of the post-modern era.
Distinguished Urdu novelist, and short story writer. The English translation of his celebrated novel 'Nemat Khana', 'The Paradise of Food' won the JCB Prize for Literature 2022, marking the first time an Urdu novel received this prestigious award.
One of the founding fathers of modern Urdu criticism in the subcontinent.
A contemporary of Manto, associated with the Progressive Writers' Movement, known for his stories of romance and social realism.