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Marasi Akhtar
This book, Marasi Akhtar opens with a biography of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Akhtar, the last ruler of Awadh (Oudh), who was also a prolific Urdu poet, patron of arts, and literary figure known by his pen name Akhtar. After his deposition and exile, he devoted himself to literature and composed many poems, including marsiyas and salams that reflect deep emotional and spiritual themes rooted in classical Urdu elegiac tradition. The book then presents his marsiyas and salams, showcasing his poetic voice, devotion, and literary style that blend personal expression with traditional forms of lamentation and tribute to Ahl-e-bait as
Published By:
Professor Dr. Manzar Hussain Kazmi
Published Date:
June 15, 2026
Pages:
416
Subjects:
Poetry, Shia
Available Format:
(51.78)
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Description
This book, Marasi Akhtar opens with a biography of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Akhtar, the last ruler of Awadh (Oudh), who was also a prolific Urdu poet, patron of arts, and literary figure known by his pen name Akhtar. After his deposition and exile, he devoted himself to literature and composed many poems, including marsiyas and salams that reflect deep emotional and spiritual themes rooted in classical Urdu elegiac tradition. The book then presents his marsiyas and salams, showcasing his poetic voice, devotion, and literary style that blend personal expression with traditional forms of lamentation and tribute to Ahl-e-bait as