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We are a group of reading/book lovers located in Mardan, dedicated to fostering learning through literature and inculcating healthy reading habits in learners by making each book the experience of a lifetime!
28/03/2025
The Critical Reading Circle, in collaboration with the Charsada District Administration, recently hosted a captivating session titled 'Khyaluna Ao Fikruna'. During this event, participants enthusiastically shared and recited poetry, showcasing their creative talents. The session also featured an engaging open mic discussion on the thought-provoking topic 'A Nation Unread: The Decline of Literature and Rise of Apathy in Pakistan'.
Dear Members,
Our next virtual session is on "Son of Satan", a short story by Charles Bukowski.
The session will be on 29 January at 07:00 PM (PST).
Please use these Google Meets links to join:
Link 1 (07:00 PM to 08:00 PM)
meet.google.com/jsn-kqgx-hwv
Link 2 (08:00 PM to 09:00 PM)
meet.google.com/oso-qgwg-fge
Hoping to see you all at the session. Happy reading!
Critical Reading Circle will have its next session on 'Eyes of a Blue Dog' and 'Death Constant Before Love,' two Short Stories by Gabriel Garcia Marquez on coming Friday 22nd November at 7 pm (Pkt).
Critical Reading Circle
Friday, November 22 · 7:00 – 10:00pm
Time zone: Asia/Karachi
Google Meet joining info
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Join us for the next session of the Critical Reading Circle, where we will delve into two captivating short stories by Mark Twain: "A Literary Nightmare" and "The Curious Republic of Gondour."
Date: Friday, November 8
Time: 8 PM (PKT)
Platform: Zoom
Let’s explore Twain's wit and insight together! We look forward to your participation.
Link to the virtual session:
Dear members, CRC's today's session is on the novella "White Nights" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.
It will be a virtual session scheduled for 28th September 2024 starting at 9:00 PM (PST).
The link for the session is attached below:
Link 1 (9:00 PM to 10:00 PM):
meet.google.com/azq-hnty-zpf
Link 2 (10:00 PM to 11:00 PM):
meet.google.com/koz-nmzn-dki
Please join through Link 1 at 9:00 PM.
Dear members, our next session is on a novella "White Nights" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.
It will be a virtual session which will happen on 28th September, 2024 at 8:00 Pm.
The link for the session will be shared soon.
01/09/2024
Critical Reading Circle Session Recap
In our recent session, the Critical Reading Circle delved into three of Jonathan Swift's seminal essays: "A Modest Proposal," "An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity," and "The Art of Political Lying." Our esteemed members offered insightful analyses of the satirical techniques Swift employed to critique societal issues, particularly those of economic and political nature.
The discussion not only unpacked Swift's brilliant use of satire but also drew parallels between the issues he highlighted and the current global political and economic landscape. Members engaged in a thought-provoking dialogue, appreciating Swift’s unparalleled ability to use satire as a powerful tool to expose and critique the pressing issues of his time—many of which remain relevant today.
13/06/2024
In our latest Critical Reading Circle session, we delved into William Wordsworth's iconic poem, "Tintern Abbey". Our discussion focused on Wordsworth's profound understanding of nature and its significance in human experience.
Key Takeaways:
- Wordsworth's poem reveals his belief in nature as a source of spiritual renewal, comfort, and inspiration.
- He sees nature as a dynamic, interconnected whole, reflecting his pantheistic views.
- The poem highlights the importance of memory and recollection in shaping our relationship with nature.
- Wordsworth's concept of "the sublime" was discussed, noting how nature's grandeur evokes feelings of awe and wonder.
- The group analyzed how the poem's language and imagery convey a sense of reverence and harmony with the natural world.
Insight Observations
- Participants noted how Wordsworth's perspective on nature contrasts with modern industrialized society's exploitation of the environment.
- The poem's themes of solitude, contemplation, and the individual's connection to nature resonated with many in the group.
- The discussion highlighted the timelessness of Wordsworth's ideas, remaining relevant today in the face of environmental concerns and the human search for meaning.
Hello, dear CRC members, our session on "Tintern Abbey" by William Wordsworth is going to happen on 11 June, 2024 at 5:00 Pm. The session will be held at Kashas Cafè, Mardan.
We are looking forward to listen to your valuable opinions on the poem.
Hello, dear members, our today's session is postponed for various reasons. The session is going to be held on June 11, 2024 at 5:00 Pm. The details of the venue will be shared tomorrow at the earliest hours of the day. We are sorry for inconvenience.
Looking forward to see you on 11th June.
09/05/2024
This post was long due!
In the last week of Ramadan, Critical Reading Circle met to discuss Mahmood Mamdani's paper, " _Good Muslim, Bad Muslim: a Political Perspective on Culture and Terrorism."_ The conversation explored Mamdani's ideas about culture, politics, and terrorism. The participants discussed how Mamdani's views challenge stereotypes and individual perspective to see global issues.
We were honored to have Shahbaz Khattak from Charsadda join us as a guest. His insights were thought provoking, and his experiences added value to our discussion. We're thankful to everyone who joined, and a special thanks to Mr. Khattak for the books he gave us. They represent our shared commitment to learning and growing together. Looking forward to more great discussions!