A Critical Analysis of Khalida Hussain's Selected Short Stories خالدہ حسین کے منتخب افسانوں کا تنقیدی جائزہ

Abstract

Khalida Hussain is a known fiction writer of Urdu literature. She is well known and admired for her exceptional use of symbolism in her short stories. By using her symbolic elements, she brings depth and layers of meaning to her short stories, allowing readers to dive into the hidden meanings and truths within the lines of her write ups, and uncover the deeper emotion and complexities of her characters. Khalida Hussain’s mastery of symbolic story writing adds a rich and thought provoking dementions to her work. Her symbolic technique adds a unique and multi dimentional aspect to her art of story writing. Through her use of symbolic techniques Khalida Hussain explores the power dynamics and ideologies that shape society, much like the research on political leaders and their use of language.

 Key Words: Khalida Hussain, Symbolism, Short Stories, Fiction, Hidden Meanings.