In "Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life," William Finnegan invites readers on an exhilarating journey through his lifelong obsession with surfing. Spanning decades and continents, Finnegan's memoir delves into the physical...
Post-colonialism, as theorized by scholars like John McLeod, is a critical framework that examines the enduring impacts of colonialism on societies, cultures, and individuals after formal colonization ends. It delves...
In "Behold the Dreamers" by Imbolo Mbue, readers are transported into the lives of two families navigating the complexities of pursuing the American Dream amidst the backdrop of the 2008...
"Being Pakistani: Society, Culture, and the Arts" by Raza Rumi provides an insightful exploration into the multifaceted dimensions of Pakistani society, culture, and artistic expressions. Rumi navigates through the intricate...
Beloved, published in 1987, is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Toni Morrison. Set after the American Civil War, the novel follows Sethe, an escaped enslaved woman, who is haunted by...
"Bichar Gaye" by ZI Farrukh is a poignant and thought-provoking column that delves into the intricacies of human relationships, the inevitability of separation, and the emotional turbulence that follows. Through...
In "Black Narcissus" by Rumer Godden, the story unfolds within the confines of a remote Himalayan convent, where a group of nuns endeavors to establish a mission. As they grapple...
In "Born a Crime," Trevor Noah recounts his childhood in apartheid South Africa, where his very existence as the son of a Black Xhosa mother and a Swiss-German father was...
Britain & Pakistan by K.K. Aziz explores the intricate historical, political, and cultural relationship between Britain and Pakistan. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Aziz delves into the colonial legacy,...
In "Broken Verses" by Kamila Shamsie, readers are invited into the intricate tapestry of Pakistani society, where past traumas intersect with present struggles. Set against the backdrop of Karachi, the...
"Carve The Mark" by Veronica Roth is a gripping science fiction novel set in a galaxy where every individual possesses a unique "currentgift," a special power that shapes their destiny....
"Circe" by Madeline Miller is a captivating retelling of the mythological figure Circe, a powerful witch from Homer's "Odyssey." The novel delves into Circe's journey from her troubled youth among...
In "City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert, the protagonist, Vivian Morris, recounts her adventures in New York City during the 1940s. Set against the backdrop of the theater world, the...
In "Confess," Colleen Hoover delves into the intricacies of love, art, and the power of confession. Set against the backdrop of a mysterious art gallery, the story follows the intertwining...
In Cracking India by Bapsi Sidhwa, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of India's partition in 1947, exploring the harrowing impact of political upheaval on individuals. The novel, through the...
Jamila Hashmi's "Dashte Soos Husain Bin Mansoor Hilaj" is a profound exploration of identity and spirituality in the context of contemporary Pakistan. Set against the backdrop of societal transformation and...
In Claudia Gray's novel "Defy the Stars," set in a distant future where Earth is at war with powerful corporations ruling over the galaxy, a young soldier named Noemi Vidal...
"Deyo Saai" by Mustansar Hussain Tarar is a celebrated novel in Urdu literature, known for its evocative storytelling and profound exploration of human emotions amidst the backdrop of Pakistan's cultural...
Don Quixote, written by Miguel de Cervantes and first published in 1605, is one of the most influential works in Western literature. The novel follows the adventures of Don Quixote,...
In "Exit West," Mohsin Hamid crafts a poignant narrative that blends realism with a touch of magical realism, following the lives of Nadia and Saeed as they navigate love, loss,...