Transience of Life in Urdu Short Stories: A Hauntingly Beautiful Truth

Cover of Ehtesham Hussain's short story Khandar symbolizing transience of life in Urdu short stories, featuring author’s portrait and ruined structure.

Transience of life in Urdu short stories is a recurring theme that captures the fleeting nature of human existence. From crumbling ruins to silent, forgotten characters, Urdu literature has masterfully used symbolism and allegory to reflect on life’s impermanence. Among these, the short story “Khandar” (The Ruins) by Syed Ehtesham Hussain stands as a hauntingly … Read more