HAZARON KHAWAISHEN AISI Paperback

"Hazaron Khwaishen Aisi: The Wonderful World of Urdu Ghazals" by Anisur Rahman is a landmark comprehensive anthology that beautifully compiles Urdu ghazals from their origins in the late sixteenth century to the present day. This volume presents the work of sixty-five poets across seven literary periods and diverse geographical locations, showcasing the rich tapestry of ideas and styles within this quintessential form of poetic expression. The book offers a kaleidoscope of the Urdu ghazal, encompassing themes that are secular and sacred, pious and profane, plebeian and patrician, providing both the Roman transliteration of the original Urdu alongside their English translations, making it an invaluable resource for lovers of poetry and those seeking to explore the vast cultural and literary riches of the Urdu ghazal tradition.