Translated into English as Ship of Sorrows by Saleem Kidwai (2019)
The female characters in most of her works are portrayed as independent individuals rather than being known through the male lens. It tells a story that moves from fourth century BC to the post-Independence period in India and Pakistan. One of the most outstanding literary names in Urdu literature, she is best known for her magnum opus, Aag Ka Darya. On the occasion of International Women’s Day, let us celebrate them by celebrating their written word.
Yet, their writing has radically questioned the patriarchy and societal inequality, and created an inclusive, thought-provoking representation of women in Indian literature. Here are fifteen women from across Indian languages who gave us a glimpse of the inner workings of society from behind the four walls. Often, the inspiration for a significant change is born from the most mundane of battles. Women Writers in Indian Languages 15 Indian language women writers who should feature on your reading list
