Stellar rendition, compelling sessions: Lahore Literary Festival ends
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A large number of people including students joined the final day
LAHORE (Web Desk) – The Lahore Literary Festival (LLF) on Sunday concluded at Alhamra Arts Council, with participation from a large number of people including students.
The 13th edition of the Lahore Literary Festival (LLF) left an enduring legacy of intellectual brilliance, cultural enlightenment, and artistic refinement.
The final day was a distinguished affair, replete with profound literary dialogues, illuminating historical explorations, and captivating book unveilings, culminating in a transcendent Qawwali performance by the esteemed Sher Miandad Khan.
The concluding day of LLF showcased a stellar lineup of intellectuals, historians, and literary stalwarts, each contributing to a vibrant discussion on the evolution of literature and its indispensable role in shaping societies.
Among the most anticipated talks was ‘Mughal Lahore and Modern Tellings,’ a compelling exploration of the grandeur of the Mughal era, its cultural legacy, and the narratives that continue to define Lahore’s historical identity.
Renowned scholars presented nuanced perspectives, enriching the audience with unparalleled insights into Lahore’s artistic and literary grandeur.
One of the most engrossing sessions of the day was ‘Parallel Universes,’ where luminaries of speculative fiction, including Karen Joy Fowler and Robert VS Redick, captivated the audience with their astute analyses of the genre.
A standout feature of the final day was the compelling session on ‘Forgotten Images: Postcards of Pre-Partition Pakistan (1890-1947)’, masterfully presented by F.S. Aijazuddin. This session meticulously dissected rare visual archives, shedding light on historical narratives often relegated to obscurity.
The ‘The Future of Dialects’ session was yet another intellectual highlight. Linguists and cultural custodians passionately debated the urgent need to preserve Indigenous languages.
As the sun dipped below the Lahore skyline, the festival reached its grand crescendo with an enrapturing Qawwali performance by the legendary Sher Miandad Khan.
