INDEX OF Poets

Among the greatest Persian poets, author of Masnavi-e-Manavi, Fihi Ma Fihi, and Diwan-e-Shams Tabrizi.

Researcher and editor, eminent linguist, widely known as the 'Baba-e-Urdu'

One of the founding fathers of modern Urdu nazm, known for his mystical association with Indian metaphysical tradition, died young.

Popular poet having a dominating presence in mushairas.

Postmodernist fiction writer, author of stories on sensitive social and political issues.

Most prominent humorist and satirist of Pakistan; author of extraordinary works "Chiraagh Tale" and "Aab-e-Gum." He received Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-i-Imtiaz, the highest literary honours by the Government of Pakistan.

One of the most read fiction and travelogue writers from Pakistan, known for his unique creativity and appeal.