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Ganjay Farishtay (Afsanay) By Saadat Hassan Manto

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  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 se...

Aik Mard (Afsanay) By Saadat Hassan Manto

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  Aik Mard  (ایک مرد) 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 the 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: Aik Mard (ایک مرد) Shairo (شیرو) Qanoon Ki Hifazat (قانون کی حفاظت) Balaouz (بلاؤز) Do Hazaar Saal Baad (دو ہزار سال بعد) Aam (آم) Teen Ungliyan (تین انگلیاں) Miss Farya (مِس فریا) Ghusal Khana (غسل خانہ) Khooni Thook (خونی تھوک) Tuhfa (تحفہ) Mr.s D-Salwa (مسز ڈی سلوا) Teen Tuhfay (تین تحفے) 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....

Neeli Ragein (Dramas) By Saadat Hassan Manto

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  Neeli Ragein  (نیلی رگیں) is a collection of Urdu Dramas authored by  Saadat Hassan Manto . It contains eighteen (18) stories that portray the realities of life and social issues faced by people in our current community. It was published in 1886 and then aired on all  Indian  radio stations.  Book Summary: The book comprises eighteen (18) short moral Urdu stories (Dramas) composed 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: Neeli Ragein Kabootri Intzaar Intzaar Ka Dusra Rukh Kamra Number 9 Tedhi Lakeer Jaib Katra Eid Card Akeli Journalist Sardhi Naqsh Faryadi Bemaar Jurm Aur Saza Kya Ma Andar Aa Skta Hun Tuhfa Saleema Hatak 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 woven ...

Shikari Auratein (Afsanay) By Saadat Hassan Manto

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  Shikari Auratein  (شکاری عورتیں) is a set of some unique socio-romantic short stories  (Afsanay)   authored by a well-known writer  Saadat Hassan Manto . It contains eight (8) brief stories that portrays the multiple social issues and shortcomings faced by people in our current community. It was published in book form in 1939.