Abstract
Ratan Nath Sarshar (1846-1902) was a novelist and journalist. In his novels he created some humorous characters to present culture of Lucknow especially his humorous character "Khoji" is very popular. Sajad Hussain (1856-1915) was also a journalist and a novelist. He started first humorous newspaper "Awadh punch" in 1877 from Lucknow. In his novels he also presented culture of Lucknow. For this purpose he created humorous characters. "Haji Baghlol" is a well known and popular humorous character. This article will provide a comparative study in the writings of Ratan Nath and Sajjad Hussain. Especially, a critical analysis will be carried out to represent the Lakhnawi Culture by showcasing the talents of these humorous characters.
Author(s):
Muhammad Khursheed Ali
PhD Scholar, Department of Urdu, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan.Pakistan
Dr Farzana Koukab
Professor, Department Of Urdu, Bhauddin Zakriya University, MultanPakistan
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Details:
| Type: | Article |
| Volume: | 11 |
| Issue: | 11 |
| Language: | Urdu |
| Id: | 607aa8f77792a |
| Pages | 65 - 82 |
| Discipline: | Language and Literature |
| Published | June 30, 2019 |

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