Pakistan is often described as a poetic nation, and not without reason. Urdu poetry circulates with ease across class, region, and generation. Verses are memorised, quoted, sung, reposted, and ...

In this edition of our fortnightly literary series, 'Kitaab Di Parchol', we review Sania Sheikh's book of poems, 'Boldi Chup' ...

IMMEDIATELY after the creation of Pakistan, there was an overwhelming and euphoric sense of achievement and it was reflected in Urdu poetry written in the country. It was only natural for Pakistani ...

With Faraz Maqsood Hamidi's Skin, contemporary Pakistani poetry in English steps up to its prose counterpart. The anthology of over 70 short poems — a collection of the poet's work over two decades — ...

In the garden city of Lahore, the modern spirit and ancient history of Pakistan come together. In February, activists, writers and artists converged on the city alongside star guest Orhan Pamuk to ...

Himal Magazine on the rich tradition of dissident literature in Pakistan. Global Voices stands out as one of the earliest and strongest examples of how media committed to building community and ...