Ganjay Farishtay (Afsanay) By Saadat Hassan Manto
Ganjay Farishtay (گنجے فرشتے) is a collection of short Urdu stories (افسانے) authored by Saadat Hassan Manto. It is one of Manto’s most recognizable works and compels the reader to read next to next story.
Book Summary:
The book comprises thirteen (13) short moral Urdu stories written by Manto. Each of them has a different subject and set of characters. It explains the multiple issues of our society.
The stories’ titles are as follows:
- Mera Sahib
- Agha Hashar Se Do Mulaqatein
- Akhter Sherani Se Chand Mulaqatein
- Teen Goly
- Baari Sahib
- Asmat Chugtai
- Murli Ki Dhun
- Pari Chehra Naseem Bano
- Ashok Kumar
- Nargis
- Kasht Zafraan
- Babu Rao Patel
- Ganjay Farishtay
Manto is amongst the most widely read and controversial Urdu language storytellers. He is outspoken and straightforward – and uncovers the harsh and bitter realities of society. Most of his stories are weaved around sexuality and lust. Thanda Gosht is a perfect example of that. He faced severe criticism from religious circles of society for his writings. Even, a formal lawsuit was filed against Manto for writing a book, Thanda Gosht. You must read Saadat Hassan Manto’s All Books.
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