Urdu expression is unique; it has ability to express all the sentiment and emotions with the diversified vocabulary and catchy sentence structures. Urdu literature has moved through different evolutions with time to create legacy of beautiful, versatile and classical literature.
Urdu poetry, drama and journalism are full of absolute flair to give readers a new learning experience for extensive knowledge and insight on variety of subjects. Urdu literature has targeted variety of subjects from society.
Urdu literature was initially more composed of poetry than the prose. Most of the subjects in the prose were based on ancient epic stories renowned as Dastan. These Dastan revolved around the characters with influential and magical powers.
Dastan is originated from Iran which later became popular in the Urdu literature. In typical Dastan, story is based on the real or imaginary event happened somewhere. Dastan tells the story through different characters their roles and influential Powers in the story.
Famous Urdu Dastans are:
- Nau tarz-i murassa‘ - Husain ‘Atā Khān Tahsīn
- Nau ā'īn-i hindī (Qissa-i Malik Mahmūd Gīti-Afroz) - Mihr Chand Khatrī
- Jazb-i ‘ishq - Shāh Husain Haqīqat
Dastan has special place in Urdu literature. It has entertainment and message for its readers. Unique style of expression has great appeal for readers to keep them interested throughout the story. Conclusions are told with the element of wit and entertainment to preserve the beauty of interaction.
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