Gul Mohamad Zhowandai
Afghan writer, intellectual and novelist (1905-1988)
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Gul Mohamad Zhowandai (Persian: گل محمد ژوندی; May 11, 1905 – 1988) was an Afghan novelist, poet, and editor for several Afghan daily newspapers, including Islah and Anīs.
Early life
Zhowandai was born in Kabul, Afghanistan to Khair Mohamad Khan Popalzai.[1]
Career
During his career as an editor for Afghan newspapers, Zhowandai published short stories and articles which often featured mythical creatures, magical elements, and characters inspired by Afghan folklore.[2] By incorporating traditional storytelling techniques and themes into contemporary narratives, Zhowandai revitalized interest in Afghan folktales and traditions.[3] Throughout his career, Zhowandai received numerous accolades in recognition for his contributions to literature.[citation needed]
His publications were novels written in Persian, and several volumes of inspirational verse. His published works include:
- Ferroz — short stories (Kabul, Afghanistan)
- Ahrezo ah ye per ahshoob — short stories (Kabul, Afghanistan: Islla Publications)
- Kachkol — novel (Kabul, Afghanistan)
- Collection of Poems (Kabul, Afghanistan: Islla, Anis)
In Timeri Murari's novel The Taliban Cricket Club the narrator described Gul as "our most celebrated poet and writer."[4]
Sources
- Modern Fiction In Afghanistan (Taraneh Publication)
- An Encyclopedia of Persian Literature in Afghanistan Vol. 3 (Tehran, 1999)
- Mahseerin Sukhanwar (Kabul, Afghanistan)
- Islah daily Newspaper 1935-1947 Library of Congress scanned Afghanistan printed materials
