There was a time when people complained that the prices of Urdu books were increasing every day. Urdu books, especially novels, are still very expensive. However, a fortunate fact is that now many novels and other Urdu books are available online.
Internet users can read them for free. Some of the urdu novels need to be read online however many can be downloaded in pdf format which can be read offline as well.
Below is a list of top five social reform Urdu novels, which are available to read online. Read the novels for an experience that enriches the mind and soul.
1. Hasil by Umera Ahmad
‘Hasil’ is an exquisite Urdu novel, which is not very well known. It may not be that popular because Umera Ahmad wrote and published it early in his career. However, this novel is a masterpiece. It shows the stories of two people simultaneously. A Muslim boy who is converting to Christianity for his peace of mind is the main subject. The second theme is about a girl who is converting from Christianity to Islam for her peace of mind.
2. Man or Salwa of Umera Ahmad
Man o Salwa is Umera Ahmad’s best selling novel. The good thing is that it can be read at no cost other than internet connection on the internet. The story revolves around the main character Zainab and the theme of the novel is the difference between Halal and Haram income. The story is not preachy, but it leaves a strong impact on the heart, mind and soul.
3. Yeh Galian ye Chobaray by Faiza Iftikhar
People who are avid readers of popular Urdu fiction are familiar with the name of Faiza Iftikhar. Some people also know her as Faiza Iftikhar Chanda. Faiza Iftikhar is a well-known name in the writing of social reform novels. She is also an expert in writing humor and satire. This particular Urdu novel revolves around the joint family system, cousin marriages and the effects of parental divorce on children. She also emphasizes choosing the right woman to marry.
4. Paras by Rukhsana Nigar Adnan
Just like Faiza Iftikhar, Rukhsana Nigar Adnan’s long hair is also known to readers of popular Urdu fiction. Rukhsana Nigar Adnan’s stories are extremely interesting. Of course, Paras is no exception. It is a very interesting Urdu story of an elite class girl who has to live with lower middle class people.
5. Safar Ham by Farhat Ishtiaq
Farhat Ishtiaq’s story Ham Safar is an excellent read for an avid Urdu reader. It tells the story of a lower-middle-class girl who, by a twist of fate, marries an elite-class person. Her mother-in-law is very irritated by this and she tries to break up the marriage. The story describes the importance of choosing a good person to marry and the importance of love and trust between spouses.
