Rare & Classic Urdu Books Collection — Read Online Free
This archive is dedicated to Sarwar Hussain, a publisher, editor, and printer who
devoted his life to preserving the richness of Urdu literature alongside Hindi works.
Many of these rare books were printed during the 20th century and represent voices of poets,
authors, and intellectuals whose contributions shaped India’s literary heritage.
📖 All books are free to read online.
Simply create your profile to start exploring.
✨ Registered readers can bookmark pages, mark favourites, leave comments, and track reading progress.
⚖️ Please note: Redistribution, copying, or downloading of books is strictly prohibited under our
Books Usage Policy.
Why This Urdu Collection Matters
Urdu literature is known for its poetry, storytelling, and depth of thought. By digitizing these rare works,
we aim to keep alive the traditions of ghazals, dastans, and novels that inspired generations.
This free online library is open to students, teachers, and literature lovers worldwide.
You can also explore our Hindi Books Collection to see parallel works preserved by Sarwar Hussain.
Or explore the entire Collection.
Total Books: 17
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All Urdu books on this website are available to read online for free.
They cannot be downloaded, copied, or redistributed, in accordance with our
Terms of Use.
Sarwar Hussain (1915–1990s) was a publisher, editor, and printer dedicated to Urdu and Hindi literature.
Through his printing press and publishing house, he preserved and promoted many rare books,
including works of writers who later received recognition in India.
These Urdu books represent the poetry, stories, and intellectual thought of 20th-century India.
Many of the authors are no longer alive, making these works rare cultural treasures that
deserve preservation for students, researchers, and literature lovers worldwide.
No. The Urdu books are for personal reading and research only.
Copying, downloading, or republishing is strictly prohibited.
Please refer to our
Books Usage Policy.
Yes. Along with Urdu, this website also features Hindi books that were
published, edited, or printed by Sarwar Hussain through his publishing houses.
You can explore them in the
Library.
To protect their legacy and prevent misuse, the books can only be read online.
This ensures they remain preserved for future generations without being altered or misused.
You can share rare Urdu books, manuscripts, or stories connected with Urdu literature.
Visit our
Contributions Page to learn more.
Many of these books were published decades ago, but because of their rarity and cultural value,
we only provide them for online reading under our
Books Usage Policy.
Unlike fleeting modern content, these Urdu books carry timeless poetry, wisdom, and storytelling.
Reading them helps reconnect with cultural heritage and provides deep insights
into the history of Indian literature.
Yes. Teachers and institutions are welcome to reference these works for academic, research, and cultural purposes,
but redistribution is not allowed.
No. This archive preserves both Urdu and Hindi literature published or printed under Sarwar Hussain’s press.
You can browse the Hindi collection as well.
Yes, this is an ongoing project. We are continuously digitizing and adding more rare Urdu books
from our archives.
Absolutely. If you know of a rare Urdu book connected with this era or with Sarwar Hussain’s work,
you can contact us via the
Contact Page.
A Gentle Reminder
Instead of wasting time on endless scrolling and distractions, immerse yourself in the
world of stories, poetry, and wisdom. These books are treasures of our heritage —
every page read is a step closer to keeping our culture alive.
Help Us Preserve Urdu Literature
You can contribute to this digital archive by sharing rare books or stories. Together, we can ensure
that the richness of Urdu writing lives on for future generations.
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