English Poetry
Our largest shelf: 100+ collections of ghazals, nazms and English verse by new Pakistani poets. Whether you read for heartbreak or for healing, there's a book here with your name on it.
A Lovers Journey to Nowhere Isabel Ayesha Khalid"A Lovers Journey to Nowhere" by Isabel Ayesha Khalid is one of the finest spiritual poetry boo…
Top 10 in PoetryRoses and ThornsSeemi AsadRoses and Thorns by Seemi Asad is a heartfelt poems book that sheds light on the untold emotion…
NASEEMObien MayoThis empowering poems book is a moving collection of poetry dedicated to the oppressed, giving …
OtorvaSyeda Neha RizviOtorva by Syeda Neha Rizvi is a diverse poetry book that turns everyday experiences into meanin…
Top 10 in PoetryDreaming Souls and Dancing HeartsMiangul SaadDreaming Souls and Dancing Hearts is a nostalgic poems book that shares the inevitability of en…
Top 10 in PoetryConscious and conflictSyeda Zauraiz SohailConscious and Conflict is a powerful combination of a young adult poetry book and short stories…
Top 10 in PoetryLanguage of the DeadAyesha ZafarLanguage of the Dead by Ayesha Zafar is a beautiful love poetry book that celebrates love, hear…
Top 10 in PoetryDwells- Anthology Book of PoemsFatima AhmedDiscover “Dwells By: Fatima Ahmed”, a captivating anthology book of poems that takes readers on…
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زندگی اِک گلدستۂ کتاب - Zindagi Ik Guldasta e Kitaab- Poetry Book About Love
Discover the heartfelt world of “زندگی اِک گلدستۂ کتاب” by Mahi Shaheen, a poetry book about love that paints life’s emotions in vibrant words. This enchanting love poetry book invites readers into a realm where romance, longing, …
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English Poetry books — common questions
What are the best English Poetry books by Pakistani authors?
Rated highest by readers on Daastan: Derange Life (5.0/5 from 14 readers), Habibi (5.0/5 from 8 readers) and Tangled in Verse - Poem Book About Life (5.0/5 from 6 readers).
Which English Poetry book should I read first?
The most-read titles on this shelf are Chaos Within, Fajr and Noor- Islamic Poetry Book and Theory of Love — a fair place to start if you are new to English poetry.
Who are the English Poetry authors on Daastan?
Among the most published on this shelf are Dr. Maqbool Elahi, Haroon Awan, Isabel Ayesha Khalid and Miangul Saad. Every author has a profile with their full catalogue.
Are there Urdu Poetry books as well?
Yes — 42 Urdu poetry books, alongside the 75 English titles on this shelf.
Which English Poetry books can I read for free?
10 books on this shelf can be read free on Daastan. See the free English poetry books, or browse everything free to read.
Are English Poetry books available as e-books?
32 titles are available to read on any device, delivered instantly. Browse the English poetry e-books — buy one from its own page and it is yours to read straight away.
How much do English Poetry books cost?
Print editions run from Rs 300 to Rs 3,500, averaging about Rs 1,076. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about English Poetry books on Daastan?
194 readers have rated books on this shelf, averaging 4.8 out of 5. Reviews are written by verified readers and sit on each book’s page.
What are some memorable lines from English Poetry books?
“This book humbly echoes your cries—to remind the world that the believers are never defeated, for their final return is to Allah.” — You, the witness - Palestinian poetry book
“Heart clasping, grasping zero gravity—How must one continue anymore?What if I close my eyes and wish for a miracle,Or never see again,But the breat…” — When The Silence Broke - Modern Poetry Book
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“Heart clasping, grasping zero gravity—How must one continue anymore?What if I close my eyes and wish for a miracle,Or never see again,But the breat…” — When The Silence Broke - Modern Poetry Book
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How many English Poetry books are on Daastan?
75 published English poetry titles by Pakistani authors, with new books added as they are published.
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The Jewels of Urdu PoetryMasaud Akhtar ZaighamThe Jewels of Urdu Poetry is an Urdu poetry anthology book that introduces readers to the lives…
The Abayat of Sultan BahooDr. Maqbool ElahiDiscover The Abyat of Sultan Bahoo, rendered into English by Maqbool Elahi — the first complete…
Desire Samar MalikIf you are searching for poetry books about heartbreak, Desire by Samar Malik is a must-read. T…
On Unknown Seas to Unknown ShoresDr. Maqbool ElahiFrom the corridors of Harvard to the quiet evenings of Rawalpindi, On Unknown Seas to Unknown S…
Even the moon left me - poetry book about love Asra Amjad"Even the Moon Left Me" by Asra Amjad is a poetry book about love that captures the ache of hea…
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