This collection differs to earlier Manto anthologiesin that it contains the notes and references of the compiler in his efforts to ensure the accuracy of the text. Saadat Hassan Manto made a deep and lasting impact on Urdu literature with his celebrated short stories. Many of his post-Partition stories centred on the communal horrors of the period. The compiler has dug into the historical records to find rare and early editions. By the conclusion of this series, all aspects of Manto’s works will have been covered making this the most complete and authoritative series.