Ghulam Hamdani Mus’hafi
Author
Shafiq Naz
Editor
Mus’hafi: 100 Selected Ghazals – Urdu
With Pronunciation and Glossary
Introduction to Mus’hafi: 100 Selected Ghazals. This book is in Urdu
Ghulam Hamdani Mus’hafi (1750 –1824) holds a distinguished place in the early history of Urdu poetry as both a lyrical innovator and a linguistic pioneer. One of the most prolific poets of his time, Mus’hafi combined emotional depth with stylistic grace, crafting ghazals that pulse with romantic yearning, spiritual undertones, and a striking intimacy of voice. His verse is known for its elegant simplicity, idiomatic fluency, and heartfelt expression—offering readers a poetic experience that is both classically grounded and deeply personal.
This volume presents one hundred of Mus’hafi’s finest ghazals, selected for their thematic richness, linguistic beauty, and enduring resonance. In line with the values of this publication series, the entire Urdu text is fully vocalized with diacritical marks (zer, zabar, pesh, tashdeed) — ensuring accurate pronunciation, rhythm, and ease of access for students, language learners, and oral reciters.
A comprehensive Urdu glossary accompanies the text, providing clear explanations of classical, idiomatic, or less familiar words and expressions, enabling readers to appreciate the full depth and subtlety of Mus’hafi’s language.
Mus’hafi: 100 Selected Ghazals is both a literary offering and a linguistic revival, restoring a key voice from Urdu’s classical era in a form that invites thoughtful reading, precise recitation, and deep enjoyment.
Bibliography
Publisher : Alhamra Publishing
Published : July 15, 2025
Language : Urdu
ISBN : 978-94-934-4513-0
Format : Hardback – Paperback
Pages : N/A
Dimensions : 140 x 215 mm
