Fawad Khan has narrated 4 audiobooks on Listento.it by 10 authors, with an average listener rating of 5★ across 6 ratings. The most-rated is Dunya Gol Hai.
Dunya Gol Hai
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Ibn-e-Insha, real name Sher Muhammad Khan, born on June 15, 1927, died on January 11, 1978, was a Leftist Urdu poet, humorist, travelogue writer, and columnist. He is regarded as one of the best humorists in Urdu. His writing has a distinctive diction laced with language reminiscent of Amir Khusro in its use of words and construction. He was associated with several governmental services including Radio Pakistan, Ministry of Culture, and National Book Centre of Paksitan. He also served the UN for some time, and this enabled him to visit a lot of places and was the reason for his subsequent travalogues. Some of the places he visited include Japan, Philippines, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Afghanistan, Iran, India, France, UK, Turkey, and the US. Dunya Gol Hai is a humorous and fascinating account of many such travels. Please note: This audiobook is in Urdu.
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Urdu Adab Ki Muntakhib Tehreerain, Vol. 1 [Selected Writings of Urdu Literature, Vol. 1]
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"Dilli kay Chatkhaaray": Shahid Ahmed Dehlvi's essay "Dilli kay Chatkhaaray" journeys through the food markets in old Delhi with an emphasis on the Nihaari served by Mian Ganjay Nihaari Walay. Umrao Jaan Ada (excerpt): Mirza Ruswa's seminal novel is a first-person narrative based on his conversations with the courtesan Umrao Jaan Ada. Excerpts presented here include Ruswa's first meeting with Ada followed by her own account of her life. "Hyderabad Ka Jo Zikr Kiya": The author Mujtaba Husain reminiscences about the Hyderabad he grew up in and illustrates how deeply the Hyderabadi culture remains embedded in the lives of those who have migrated to other lands. Please note: This audiobook is in Urdu.
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Urdu Adab Ki Muntakhib Tehreerain, Vol. 4 [Selected Writings of Urdu Literature, Vol. 4]
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"Woh jo Devaar ko na Chaat Sakay" Intizar Hussain’s short story resonates with symbolism that is pertinent to a very contemporary reading of the tale. Employing the language of traditional storytelling techniques and folklore, the story demonstrates his versatility and confirms his stature as one of the finest authors of Urdu literature. "Bhabie" Shehnaz (Bhabie) finds solace and comfort in food as she employs it to build a fortress around her fast changing circumstances. Ismat Chughtai’s deft analogies and skilful use of symbolism make this seemingly light hearted and humorous narrative significant for questioning perceptions of the self, beauty and authority. "Pukka Gaana" Zamiruddin Ahmed’s nuanced works are distinct for their unassuming and direct narrative style. His compelling works draw upon themes of social relationships, deception, loss of innocence, domestic estrangement, and the suppressed sexuality of middle-class women. Pukka Gaana revolves around the unusual appearance of a young man in the life of Shabbo. The story is revealed through a series of conversations and monologues by the different characters within the story. Please note: This audiobook is in Urdu.
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Urdu Adab Ki Muntakhib Tehreerain, Vol. 2 [Selected Writings of Urdu Literature, Vol. 2]
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"Ghalib kay Khutoot" While Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib is considered to be one of the most celebrated poets of Urdu, he is also known as a master of prose, demonstrated through the letters he wrote through his lifetime. His letters were candid, humorous, and a reflection of the times he lived in. He is also known to have initiated a casual and informal approach to letter writing as opposed to the more classical approach that was favoured in his time. "Woh aur Mein" Intizar Hussain’s thoughtful and philosophical short story demonstrates his stature as one of the most distinguished writers of contemporary Urdu literature. "Cheeni Ashtray ki Yaad Mein" The author Mujtaba Husain bemoans the loss of a favourite ashtray which not only offered its ritualistic functions but also served as an indicator of social, political, and economical insights. Mir Baqir Ali (excerpt) In this excerpt, the author Ashraf Suboohi Dehlvi writes about his encounter with Mir Baqir Ali (1850-1928), who is considered the last famous dastaan goh (storyteller). "Chacha Chakkan nay Dhoban ko Kapray Diay" The character Chacha Chakkan is based on Jerome K. Jerome’s character "Uncle Podger". With a temperament exuding self-importance and superiority, Chacha finds himself in all kinds of scrapes in his household. In this episode, a simple task of listing clothes for the laundry is more monumental than he imagines. Please note: This audiobook is in Urdu.
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