Ten Famous Urdu Novels for students

It should come as no surprise that many readers choose international bestsellers in English when choosing a novel to read. Few people are aware that we have some excellent, well-known Urdu novels that everyone should read. Urdu literature is severely underappreciated, especially among young people.

 

Urdu ki Akhri Kitab by Ibn-e-Insha

Ibn-e-Insha is the author of this book, which is one of the most traditional yet enjoyable novels. This is quite funny and pokes fun at Pakistani society in a sarcastic manner. A must read.

 

Raja Gidh by Bano Qudsia

One of Bano Qudsia's best works is Raja Gidh. Raja Gidh focuses on the dark sides of human nature and how we tend to take advantage of the helpless. Although it might not be everyone's cup of tea, this book is unquestionably an excellent Urdu novel.

 

Himaqatein aur mazeedhimaqatein by Shafiq-ur-Rehman

This is for everyone who like humour. It is a compilation of Shafiq-ur-Rehman's essays. The stories in these two novels are entertaining, and the characters stick with you. a satisfying novel to lift your spirits.

 

Pir-e-Kamil by Umera Ahmed

Surely many of you are already familiar with this book's name. One of the best books is Pir-e-Kamil. Umera Ahmed is the author. Saalar Sikander and Imama Hashim are the two main characters in the novel. The plot centres on the Qadiani sect and the transition of Imama from a Qadiani to a Muslim. The sequel to this book is titled Ab-e-Hayat. This book should not be missed.

Aangan by Khadija Mastoor

The illustrious Urdu author Khadija Mastoor is the author of this prize-winning book. The plot centres on the Indian independence movement and provides readers with a concise summary of the political developments of the 20th century. It is a timeless book that should be read by all students.

Over Coat by Ghulam Abbas

Although Overcoat is only a short story and not a book, it has become very popular. The author is Ghulam Abbas. In the book Overcoat, an issue that affects a certain class and how some conscientious people try to fit in by pretending to be someone they are not is highlighted. This novel is highly engaging to read and has a timeless concept. Highly suggested.

Patras ke Mazameen by Patras Bukhari

Patras Bukhari is the author of the brief article series Patras ke mazameen. One of the funniest books ever written, this one will have you in splits all the way through. Since it is a classic, Patras ke Mazameen is included on the list of Urdu literature that everyone should read. Highly suggested.

Raakh by Mustansar Hussain Tarrar

Classic Urdu novel Raakh was written by renowned author Mustansar Hussain Tararr. One of his best works, Raakh, is extensively read. This well-known book's plot centres on the division of Pakistan into East and West Pakistan. The buried details of this catastrophe are revealed, along with how it affected later generations. You should definitely include this book to your library of classic novels.

Khuda ki basti (God’s Land) by Shaukat Siddiqui

The author of this book is Shaukat Siddiqui. An intriguing sociological narrative about a young, recently widowed mother of three who is struggling, jobless, and has little to no hope for better days is included in the book. The English language is one of 11 major languages into which this book has been translated. The main topic of the book is to show the difficulties faced by the underprivileged residents of the slums in 1950s Lahore and Karachi. good reading.

Dastak Na Dou by Altaf Fatima

One of Altaf Fatima's most important works is the novel Dastak na dou. Every reader adored the super-popular story, and this book launched the author into the public eye. To learn more about the plot, read this book.

Although there are many more Urdu books and the list may be too long, the discussion of the top Urdu books has regretfully come to an end. However, because these authors have created some fantastic classics that we should all add to our book collections, it is crucial for us to resurrect the culture of reading.

Which famous urdu novels from this list do you find the most interesting? Which book would you like to read first?

I will review all these one by one in my next blog, So keep looking Bookworm's Corner for the best books review.