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Naked Voices: Stories & Sketches is a unique and extraordinary collection of stories and sketches by one of the finest Urdu short story writers, Saadat Hasan Manto. Summary of the Book Naked Voices: Stories & Sketches is among the most authentic collections showcasing the best of Saadat Hasan, a great storyteller and commentator of all times. In this brilliant compilation of sixteen short stories and three sketches, Manto explores the dark underbelly of the society and the flaws of a hypocritical and seemingly decent society. In The Candle’s Tears and Loser all the Way, the author discusses the plight of tired and overworked prostitutes while in Sahay, he writes about ruthless as also compassionate pimps. The book also includes three intense sketches by the author. Intriguing and truly riveting, Naked Voices will make for an engaging read for those who enjoy short stories. About Saadat Hasan Manto Saadat Hasan Manto is one of the most celebrated Urdu short story writers. He is best known for his short stories like Bu, Thanda Ghosht and Toba Tek Singh. He was tries for obscenity six times – thrice before 1947 in British India and thrice after independence in 1947 in Pakistan, but never got convicted.