Manto and Chughtai: The Essential Stories
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Manto and Chughtai: The Essential Stories

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Explore the provocative world of Urdu literature with “Manto and Chughtai: The Essential Stories” by Rachna Bisht Rawat. This collection features iconic short stories by Ismat Chughtai and Saadat Hasan Manto, delving into themes of communal violence, Partition, complex relationships, and sexuality. Experience the daring and controversial brilliance of these two literary giants. ISBN: 9780143448785

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143448785
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • ISBN-10: 0143448781
  • Publisher Date: 25 Jul 2019

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Weight 0.5 kg

16 reviews for Manto and Chughtai: The Essential Stories

  1. Gaurav Parmar –

    I have enjoyed reading the book, but some stories are not for everyone.

  2. Priyanshu Sharma –

    I appreciated the themes explored, but the translation felt a bit clunky at times. Still, worth reading.

  3. Ajith Kumar Reddy Bollapu –

    Some stories were amazing, others fell flat for me. Overall, a worthwhile exploration of Urdu literature.

  4. Satyaswarup Prusty –

    A difficult but necessary read. Manto and Chughtai challenge societal norms. Be prepared to be uncomfortable.

  5. Ritik Kumar –

    A powerful and important collection of stories that are still relevant today.

  6. Siddhant –

    The book is well written but can be a bit too much for some people.

  7. Divya Mekala –

    Important stories, but the writing style took some getting used to. Glad I read it, though.

  8. T Raghu Yagnavalkya –

    A great introduction to Manto and Chughtai. Some stories resonated more than others. Thought-provoking.

  9. Abhinav Pratap Singh –

    Powerful and moving. Manto and Chughtai’s voices are still relevant today. A must-read for literature lovers.

  10. Rohit Raj –

    Manto and Chughtai’s stories are powerful, but some were hard to stomach. A raw look at Partition and society.

  11. Kartikey Gupta –

    An eye-opening read. Manto and Chughtai’s stories are both shocking and insightful. Highly recommend.

  12. Vishesh Mishra –

    Disturbing yet captivating. These stories offer a glimpse into a different time and perspective.

  13. Mazhar Abdul Azeez –

    Absolutely brilliant! Raw, honest, and unflinching. Manto and Chughtai at their finest. Highly recommend.

  14. Dhruv Singh –

    Uneven but ultimately rewarding. Some stories stayed with me long after I finished reading.

  15. Shivam Kumar Gupta –

    A profound collection of stories. Manto and Chughtai are fearless in their writing. Highly recommended.

  16. Ayush Kukrele –

    Some stories are good, some are mediocre. Not the best book in the world.

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