Beti Ka Dahej: (Daughter's dowry, Short Stories)

Kulwant Singh Virk is regarded as a master of modern Punjabi short stories. His storytelling style is simple and straightforward, allowing him to effectively communicate his ideas. Despite the simplicity, Virk's stories are rich in nuance and reflect a deep understanding of reality and human nature, shaped by his own extensive experiences. One of the central themes in his work is love for humanity, which shines through in his characters and narratives. Virk's personal history includes a profound exposure to the trauma and complexities of the partition of the country, which has influenced his storytelling, adding depth and emotional weight to his stories. Many of his stories draw from everyday life, capturing the ordinary moments and turning them into extraordinary narratives. He skillfully weaves elements from common existence, elevating them to a mythic level through his words and storytelling techniques. This ability to transform the mundane into the mythic gives his stories a timeless quality, resonating deeply with readers. Overall, Virk's work reflects a deep empathy for human experiences and a masterful blending of simplicity and depth, making him a prominent figure in contemporary Punjabi literature and a celebrated storyteller whose stories continue to inspire and move readers.

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"कुलवंत सिंह विर्क" पंजाबी की मॉडर्न कहानी के बादशाह हैं। उन्होंने जितने सादा तरीके से ख़्याल पेश किए हैं, उतनी ही बारिकी और तजुर्बे के साथ हक़ीक़त को समझा है। विर्क की कहानियों की ख़ासियत उनकी इंसानी मुहब्बत है। उन्हें मुल्क की तक़सीम का भी पूरा तजुर्बा हासिल है। साहित्य अकादमी से इनाम-याफ्ता कुलवंत सिंह विर्क की कहानियों में से 6 का असलूबी इंतिखाब इस मजमूए में किया गया है। विर्क की बहुत सी कहानियाँ आम ज़िंदगी से ख़ास चीज़ें निकालकर ऐसे अल्फ़ाज़ को तख्लीक़ करती हैं कि वो अक्सर मिथ का रूप धर लेती हैं।