Karachi University presents rare and never before-seen books of Iqbal : Karachi University has taken a bold step by putting rare and very old books related to Allama Iqbal on display for the public and students for the first time.

These books have been specially put on display at the Mahmood Hussain Library so that people can see Iqbal’s original work up close.

Very valuable material related to Iqbal comes to light for the first time

The rare items kept in the library include:

• First editions of Iqbal’s poetry and intellectual books
• Rare letters and old manuscripts
• Research articles from the early 20th century
• Books written by authors from Germany, Iran, and the UK
• Iqbal’s original notes and documents

Most of this material was stored in a storeroom and was never seen by the public.

Why is this exhibition important?

The university says the exhibition aims to:

• Providing original and reliable content to students and researchers
• Connecting the new generation with Iqbal’s original message
• Opening new doors for research and education
• Better preservation of rare books

Experts say that such exhibitions create interest in books and history among young people.

Digital access will also be available soon.

The library staff is also working on digitizing Iqbal ‘s rare books . Soon, researchers around the world will be able to view these books online.

This will benefit:

• Old and fragile manuscripts will be preserved.
• People around the world will be able to access this content.
• Research on Iqbaliyat will become easier

Great reception from students and researchers

Students say the opportunity gives them the chance to see Iqbal’s original writings for the first time.
Researchers are calling it a major step forward, especially for those working on Iqbal’s thought, politics, and social ideologies.

A noble effort to preserve the scientific heritage

Karachi University has proven through this exhibition how important it is to preserve national and literary heritage.

By placing these rare books of Iqbal before the public, the university has opened the doors of knowledge and literature to the new generation.

A book exhibition is underway at the Mahmood Hassan Library of Karachi University to highlight the intellectual ideas of Allama Iqbal. The exhibition, which will run for a whole month, will feature rare books in Urdu, Persian and English . The aim is to re-introduce Iqbal’s ideology of self-reliance, unity and consciousness to the people.

Monthly exhibition based on Iqbal’s thoughts

This time, Mahmood Hassan Library has chosen the theme for its “Book of the Month” program:
“Iqbal and the Awakening of Thought.”

The exhibition will run from November 5 to November 30. On the occasion of Iqbal’s birthday, rare books in different languages ​​have been collected and presented in one place so that people can easily view them.

Rare books in Urdu, Persian and English on display for the first time

This exhibition includes:

• Rare books written on Iqbal in Urdu, Persian and English
• Books that are no longer available in the market
• Iqbal’s important themes based on the idea of ​​self, unity, discipline, and national consciousness
• Writings related to various movements and intellectual awakening

According to the library, this is material that is not normally accessible to students or readers.

Purpose: To facilitate research and study

Library staff said the purpose of this exhibition is to:

• Students and researchers should have easy access to Iqbal’s original work.
• Books that have been in storage for years should be brought to light.
• The younger generation should understand Iqbal’s original thought and philosophy.

The library also houses many rare manuscripts and private collections of scholars. This exhibition highlights these well-preserved treasures.

An opportunity to reconnect with Iqbal’s thought

This book exhibition takes readers to the foundational writings that:

• Recognition
• Knowledge
• And the direction of the nation

It sparked intellectual debates on big topics like…

This step by Karachi University is not only a blessing for Iqbaliyat enthusiasts but also a golden opportunity for researchers to benefit from the original source.

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