A THEMATIC AND ARTISTIC ANALYSIS OF M. SALEEM U REHMAN’S POEM “HOSPITAL”

محمد سلیم الرحمٰن کی نظم "ہسپتال" کا فکری و فنی مطالعہ

Abstract

In the literary genres of Urdu poetry, ghazal and poem (nazm) are included. The ghazal is characterized by thematic diversity, while the poem is primarily distinguished by structural diversity. Although the ghazal has embraced new themes, no significant change in its structure is possible. In contrast, the poem shows innovation not only in its themes but also in its structure. In modern Urdu poetry, “azad nazm”  (free verse) holds special importance. Due to the freedom of structure in free verse, it exhibits both intellectual diversity and stylistic innovations. Saleem U Rehman is a prominent name in modern free verse. The following paper presents a thematic and artistic analysis of his poem “Hospital.”