The English Department Reader's Society

"The English Department Reader's Society" organized an orientation session for the new students. During the session, the students received an overview of the BS program and were provided with effective study methods. They were also advised on how to maintain a healthy balance between their academic and personal lives and were encouraged to actively participate in extracurricular activities. "The Department of English" has a proud tradition of inclusivity and peaceful interaction. This legacy will continue, and the department will flourish even more in the future.

"The English Department Reader's Society," in collaboration with "The English Literary and Linguistics Club," is pleased to announce a landmark event – "The Tussle of Eloquence." This speech competition is designed to showcase the oratorical talents within our department. We strongly encourage every member to participate, recognizing that this event not only serves as an opportunity for skill enhancement but also promises to be a significant achievement in your lifelong journey.

The winner of this competition will be honored with a trophy, while all participants will receive certificates of participation. Participants can choose from a selection of topics and are required to deliver a speech lasting no less than 3 minutes and no more than 7 minutes. English is the sole medium of communication, though participants are welcome to incorporate Urdu or Pushto poetry. It is essential to articulate your perspective with logical reasoning, avoiding religious statements. Additionally, participants are urged to maintain professionalism, refraining from derogatory language.

Judging criteria will include content, style, method of delivery, and other pertinent aspects. For any queries or further information, please reach out to your class representative.

The competition is scheduled to take place on the 22nd of December 2023.

1) Stop beauty tests, start beauty confidence in our girls

2) They loaned the poor who cannot repay

3) Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will

4)Why always me Mr. President.

5) It's just another breaking news.

6) I'm sorry for I'm a believer.

7) Shhh. Nation is sleeping

8) delulu is solulu

9) Gender equality or gender equity

10) Chop their tongues for they speak for justice.

Best Regards,
THE EDR SOCIETY.
THE ELLC.

Kafka's works frequently explore themes of alienation and existential angst. His experiences as a German-speaking Jew in a predominantly Czech-speaking city, and the broader context of cultural and ethnic tensions, likely contributed to the pervasive sense of isolation and estrangement found in his writings

Kafka’s main subjects are his oppressive father, poor health, sexual frustration, agonising relations with his fiancée Felice Bauer, comic scenes, embryonic stories, inability to write, extreme misery, fears of torture and ex*****on, and longing for death.

In the peaceful and empowering environment of the department of English, we aimed for showcasing enchanted poetic voices in the poetic session. The budding and seasoned poets participated alike and displayed their magic through words.Ghayas uddin outset the session through the lyrical words of Faraz,Parveen Shakir , followed by the participation of Hassan khatak, Zubair, Mansoor, and Shehryar. Ayan's enticing rhyme melted the hearts of the audience. The girls were not lagging behind in this race; showed immense affinity towards poetry. Hira Imad and Tehreem Ilyas spread rhythmic poetic voices.Our aim was to celebrate the poetry in all the languages and to discover the countless ways to woven the words in lyrical patterns.

Batch IV/5th semester continued the series of study sessions. Ihtesham effectively pursued a lecture on Historicism in linguistics and American structuralism while ubaid exquisitely described the finest details of the 19th century. The perfect duo made things easier for the audience.

Today's session was arranged in room 01 by batch IV/ 5th semester. Kudos to the birthday boy, Ihtisham Khan, for speaking so effectively on such an enigmatic topic: Structuralism. This week marks the start of a series of study sessions that'll focus on literary theories. This will further strengthen the grip of the participants on their field: English Literature and Linguistics.


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Batch IV/ 5th semester stepped forward today and took hold of the stage. Exploring the themes of morality and redemption: " A Good Man is Hard to Find" by Flannery O'Connor, was presented and discussed. Malaika, Javeria and Ubaid Afridi did a wonderful job. Intro to the writer, summary of the story by Javeria, critical analysis by Ubaid and the way Malaika answered critical questions are definitely worth praising. The English Department Reader's Society will continue to provide the platform and environment for such talented students.

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*KNOWLEDGE* - *FREEDOM* - *PEACE*

A huge round of applause for our junior batch i-e batch V / 3rd semester, for arranging this week's first study circle. "History and development of short story" was discussed along with the critical analysis of Chinua Achebe's short story: Dead Men's Path. The participation from everyone is evident of the fact that the English Department is on the rise once again.

Congratulations to Haseeb Anwar, Nabila Naz, Urooj Fatima and Hajra. You guys did a great Job. Your method of presentation, use of different techniques, the way you defended and faced the questions is highly admirable. Good luck for your future endeavors.




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Muhammad Mobeen: A budding writer of the English Department, presented his short story "Deception is inevitable". This story presented a gruesome picture of the society which is Infront of our eyes but we don't want to see it.
The participants criticized the story in a very professional manner. Mobeen was applauded and corrected.

Congratulations to Mobeen for such an extraordinary effort, The way he wrote the short story, presented it in front of us, his way of explanation, specifically the way he defended his arguments and views. We hope this constructive criticism will make you more powerful and strengthen you in your future.
Have a bright future
Keep doing the same effort.

Congratulations to the organisers for such a productive and high yielding session.




The English Department Reader's Society

Topic of Discussion. Saadat Hassan Manto.
Venue: Department Of English and Applied Linguistics.

Saadat Hassan Manto (1912-1955) was a renowned Pakistani Urdu-language writer, known for his short stories, essays, and plays. Here's an overview of his life and work:

1. **Early Life**: Manto was born in British India, in what is now Ludhiana, India. He moved to Lahore after the partition in 1947.

2. **Literary Style**: Manto's writing style was bold and unflinching. He often explored taboo topics such as sexuality, human nature, and societal hypocrisy.

3. **Short Stories**: He is most famous for his short stories, which depict the harsh realities of life, particularly during the partition of India. Some of his notable works include "Toba Tek Singh" and "Thanda Gosht."

4. **Controversial Themes**: Manto's works were often controversial and faced censorship due to their explicit content and social critique.

5. **Social Critique**: Through his writings, Manto provided a sharp critique of the socio-political landscape of his time, revealing the flaws and hypocrisies of society.

6. **Impact**: Manto is considered one of the greatest short story writers in Urdu literature. His works continue to be studied and adapted into various forms of media.

7. **Personal Struggles**: He faced financial difficulties and legal troubles due to the controversial nature of his writing. He also struggled with alcoholism.

8. **Legacy**: Manto's work has left a lasting impact on South Asian literature. Many writers and filmmakers have been inspired by his storytelling and continue to explore similar themes in their works.

In summary, Saadat Hassan Manto was a prolific writer who fearlessly delved into the darker aspects of society through his short stories and essays, leaving a lasting legacy in Urdu literature.

Special thanks to Muhammad Ghayasuddin for doing the research. Participation from Adil Munir⁩ Haseeb Saad ul haq and others lit up the session. ❤️




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The English Department Reader's Society held its inaugural study circle on September 25, 2023, at 11:00 am in the Department of English and Applied Linguistics. The topic under discussion was "Victorian Fiction: Idealistic or Realistic Approach?"

The Victorian era was a period of significant cultural, social, political, and economic change. It is often considered one of the most transformative periods in British history.

Why did the people of the Victorian era shift from nature towards pessimism, while Romanticism was a flourishing period where nature was celebrated?

The reason was the Industrial Revolution and the Scientific Revolution, both of which were at their peaks during that time. Consequently, people preferred to move from rural to urban areas, leading to urbanization. People became more concerned with wealth, nobility, power, and materialism.

Social class distinctions began to solidify during this period due to wealth and power distribution. As a result, we can characterize the Victorian Period as a pessimistic era in British history.

Why were both Realism and Idealism common approaches in the Victorian era?

Thanks to Mahammad Atif, Abid Ali, Saad Ullah Jan for organizing such an interactive session. May this atmosphere of dialogue and discussion continue.