A Critical Study of the Novel “Shahr khali, Kucha Khali”

ناول”شہرخالی،کوچہ خالی“ کا تنقیدی مطالعہ

  • Dr Anatail Zia Assistant Professor, Department of Urdu Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar
  • Faiqa Bibi MPhil Scholar, Department of Urdu Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54692/nooretahqeeq.2024.08032245
Keywords: Discontinuity, Echo, Monstrosity, Entanglement, Eensory Perception, Perception, Cognition, Hypnotized, Continuous effort, Imperceptible

Abstract

"Shahr Khali Kocha Khali" is a renowned novel written by Mustansar Hussain Tarar, a prominent Pakistani writer and travelogue author. The novel was first published in 1979 and has since become a classic of Pakistani literature. Tarar's writing evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era while also addressing contemporary issues. "Shahr Khali Kocha Khali" is not just a novel but a commentary on urbanization, societal changes, and the complexities of human relationships. It captures the essence of Lahore's history and culture, making it a significant work in Pakistani literature.

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Published
2024-09-30
Issue
Vol. 8 No. 03 (2024): July to September 2024
Section
Articles

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