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Parveen Shakir

This is one of her most famous works. It's often seen as a poetic journey of self-expression, love, and the fragrance of life.

By Mr AliPublished about a year ago • 1 min read

Excerpt:

"Raat bhar ki raahatein

Meri khushboo ke saath

Jaise dard ki raahon par

Chhupte hain aansoo."

Translation:

The comfort of the night,

is hidden with my fragrance,

like the tears that hide

along the path of sorrow.

Parveen Shakir's poetry is known for its tender, yet sharp exploration of love, loneliness, and identity. The fragrance metaphor here represents the essence of womanhood, often elusive yet always present.

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    Written by Mr Ali