Widely celebrated as one of the most accomplished voices in Urdu literature, Mir Taqi Mir (1723–1810) authored six collections (diwans) of poetry and is revered as the finest exponent of the ghazal form. His mastery earned him the title Khuda-e-Sukhan—the 'God of Poetry'.
This session invites participants to look beyond the familiar image of Mir as a poet of romantic despair, and instead explore the breadth and nuance of his work through fresh readings.
The session will be led by Tasnim Firdaus, Director of Language & Literature Programmes at The Mehfil. Tasnim's academic interests include classical Urdu and Persian poetry, and Persian in the Indus valley. Tasnim has worked as a lecturer of Persian and Urdu language and literature in Pakistan and has a teaching career spanning over 30 years.
The session will be held on Saturday 20th September from 2 pm to 4 pm. Venue: Maida Vale, London (W9). Knowledge of Urdu is required - material will be provided in Urdu and Romanised Urdu.
***Refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 1.45 pm, and the session will begin promptly at 2 pm***
