Classici Urdu Shayari Ki Tanqeed - کلاسیکی اردو شاعری کی تنقید (خسرو تا فیض)

Classici Urdu Shayari Ki Tanqeed - کلاسیکی اردو شاعری کی تنقید (خسرو تا فیض)

Authors: Tariq Saeed, Muhammad Moazzamuddin
Publisher: Abdullah Academy

Overview:

This book, Classici Urdu Shayari Ki Tanqeed (خسرو تا فیض), offers a critical analysis of classical Urdu poetry, spanning from Amir Khusro to Faiz Ahmed Faiz. The authors, Tariq Saeed and Muhammad Moazzamuddin, provide an in-depth study of the evolution of Urdu poetry, its major poets, themes, and literary styles.

Key Features:

1. Historical Progression of Urdu Poetry

   • Tracing the origins of Urdu poetry from Amir Khusro’s Persian-Urdu blend.
   • The rise of classical ghazal and masnavi in the Mughal era.

2. Critical Analysis of Major Poets

   • Amir Khusro: His pioneering role in early Urdu poetry.
   • Wali Dakhani: Contributions to the development of Urdu ghazal.
   • Mir Taqi Mir: Melancholy, romanticism, and natural flow in his poetry.
   • Sauda: Satire and linguistic grandeur.
   • Ghalib: Intellectual depth and philosophical poetry.
   • Iqbal: Nationalism, spirituality, and philosophical themes.
   • Faiz Ahmed Faiz: Progressive poetry, revolutionary thought, and modern sensibilities.

3. Major Literary Movements and Their Impact

   • Classical vs. modern poetry debates.
   • The influence of Persian and Arabic traditions.
   • The Progressive Writers' Movement and its effects on Urdu poetry.

4. Stylistic and Thematic Variations

   • Evolution of ghazal, qasida, marsiya, and nazm.
   • Love, mysticism, revolution, and existential themes in poetry.

5. Critical Perspectives and Theories

   • Different approaches to literary criticism applied to classical Urdu poetry.
   • Influence of Western literary theories on Urdu poetic criticism.

Why Read This Book?

This book is essential for students, scholars, and poetry enthusiasts interested in understanding the critical evolution of Urdu poetry. It provides a well-structured literary analysis, making it a valuable resource for academic research and general reading.