Anarkali

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Anarkali by Saadat Hassan Manto is a tragic tale of love and sacrifice set in historical Mughal India. The play portrays the ill-fated romance between the courtesan Anarkali and Prince Salim, highlighting themes of forbidden love and social injustice.

Anarkali, a powerful play by Saadat Hassan Manto, tells the story of the tragic love affair between the beautiful courtesan Anarkali and the Mughal Prince Salim. Set in the opulent but oppressive world of the Mughal court, the play explores themes of forbidden love, social hierarchy, and the consequences of defying authority. Anarkali’s defiance of the powerful Emperor Akbar’s wishes leads to her tragic fate, symbolizing the painful clash between personal desires and societal constraints. Manto’s evocative language and poignant portrayal of love in a repressive society make this play a timeless classic, reflecting the struggles of the human spirit.

SKU: RF-1666
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Hardcover

Author

Saadat Hassan Manto

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