What Will You Give for This Beauty? By: Ali Akbar Natiq, Ali Madeeh Hashmi
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What Will You Give for This Beauty?
Experience the profound beauty and dark irony of contemporary Urdu literature with Ali Akbar Natiq's What Will You Give for This Beauty? Penguin Books presents this masterful collection of short stories, translated by esteemed psychiatrist, writer, and translator, Ali Madeeh Hashmi.
Author
Ali Akbar Natiq, acclaimed as one of Pakistan's brightest literary stars, began his journey contributing to the family income while indulging in a wide range of Urdu and Arabic literature. His exceptional talent is evident in this virtuoso debut collection.
About the Book
Natiq's short stories are some of the genre's finest in contemporary Urdu literature, as praised by Musharraf Ali Farooqi. Each tale offers a vivid glimpse into Punjab's countryside, filled with its unique blend of violence, poverty, feuds, and feasts.
Characters and Themes
Acrobats, holy men, thieves, peasants, landowners, masons, courtesans - a diverse cast populates Natiq's stories. Each character breathes life into themes like forbidden love, generosity, wit, beauty, and the cost of one's actions.
Key Characters
- Qaim Deen: A daring thief who risks his life to steal cattle across borders, displaying remarkable generosity with his earnings.
- Young Nauman: His forbidden love for Nuzhat drives him to seek refuge in a holy place, causing turmoil within his family.
- Maulvi Abdur Rahman: Engages in a hilarious battle of wits with his neighbor's bull terrier.
- Kareeman: Her storm-like beauty could potentially redeem Ghafoora the Dimwit.
Translation
Ali Madeeh Hashmi's meticulous translation preserves Natiq's original dark irony and searing moral vision, making these stories accessible to English readers without diluting their power.
Binding & Details
- Binding: Hardback
- ISBN-13: 9780670087402
- Language: English
- No of Pages: 224
- Publisher: Penguin Books (Hamish Hamilton imprint)
- Publisher Date: January, 2015
What Makes This Book Unique?
What Will You Give for This Beauty? offers a rare insight into the rich tapestry of Pakistani life and culture through its compelling narratives. It's no wonder Jang lauds Natiq as 'a master storyteller'.
Order your copy today to immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ali Akbar Natiq's What Will You Give for This Beauty?
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