Sketch portrait of Ghalib

1797–1869

Ghalib

Mirza Ghalib remains one of Urdu’s great masters of longing, wit, metaphysical restlessness, and dignified complaint.

  • Author of the Diwan-e-Ghalib
  • A central voice in Urdu and Persian literary culture
  • Open collection here uses public-domain-friendly/source-safe material

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