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Intekhaab Sadat Hassan Manto (Urdu afsanay)
“Intikhab: Saadat Hasan Manto”, compiled by Asif Farrukhi, presents a powerful selection of Manto’s short stories, chosen to showcase his fearless portrayal of societal fault-lines. The collection highlights Manto’s distinctive prose—unvarnished, empathetic, and unflinchingly honest—especially regarding the horrors of Partition, social hypocrisy, and human vulnerability. Farrukhi’s insightful introduction frames Manto’s crusade against silence and denial, making his work resonate with readers in every era. Published around 2013 by Oxford University Press, this Urdu anthology delivers a poignant and accessible window into the enduring literary legacy of one of South Asia’s most provocative storytellers.
Published By:
Asif Farkhi
Published Date:
June 15, 2026
Pages:
258
Subjects:
Stories
Available Format:
(24.67)
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Description
“Intikhab: Saadat Hasan Manto”, compiled by Asif Farrukhi, presents a powerful selection of Manto’s short stories, chosen to showcase his fearless portrayal of societal fault-lines. The collection highlights Manto’s distinctive prose—unvarnished, empathetic, and unflinchingly honest—especially regarding the horrors of Partition, social hypocrisy, and human vulnerability. Farrukhi’s insightful introduction frames Manto’s crusade against silence and denial, making his work resonate with readers in every era. Published around 2013 by Oxford University Press, this Urdu anthology delivers a poignant and accessible window into the enduring literary legacy of one of South Asia’s most provocative storytellers.
