Walls Are Talking

This book is a collection of fifteen carefully chosen stories drawn from the author’s wider body of one hundred and fifty short works. Each story offers a unique and realistic theme, capturing a range of human emotions and experiences. As you read, you may find yourself laughing, crying, or drifting into deep thought and imagination.

Walls Are Talking reflects the sorrow and struggles of Afghan society. It serves as a mirror to the historical and cultural truths of a nation, revealing moments that are both moving and unexpected.

Hafizullah Turab is a prominent writer of Pashto literature and a renowned screenwriter and director of television dramas across Afghanistan.

His extensive body of work explores themes of poverty, war and social justice. Over the past three decades, he has published fifteen books, contributing significantly to the literary and cultural landscape of the region.

Mr Turab has served his country with distinction in the cultural sphere and is widely recognized as a champion of social justice. He has been honoured as a ‘Peace Hero’ and has received numerous first-place awards in short story writing, drama and comic creation.

Customer Reviews

5.0

5 reviews

Sadiq Samim

When I read the stories in this book Walls Are Talking, each story of the book has a very interesting theme and it’s written in such a way that it keeps the reader engaged until the end. Each story in this book represents different painful aspects of Afghans lifes and makes the reader sad, laugh, and think. Any story that has such characteristics is undoubtedly a success. The Walls Are Talking collection is an excellent effort in short story literature.
Faizan

The Walls Are Talking is a powerful collection of short stories translated from Pashtu into English. Through quiet yet deeply moving narratives, the book gives voice to lives shaped by silence, suffering, and resilience. The translation preserves the emotional depth and cultural richness of the original stories, allowing readers to connect with experiences that are often unheard. Thought-provoking and haunting, this book is a meaningful bridge between cultures and a testament to the power of storytelling.
Nazir Shahamath

This short story collection by Hafizullah Turab, translated from Pashto into English, is a moving and thoughtful work that brings Pashtun life and emotions vividly to the page. The stories are simple yet deeply meaningful, focusing on ordinary people and their inner struggles, hopes, and resilience. The translation is smooth and sensitive, preserving the cultural richness and emotional depth of the original language. This book is a valuable contribution to world literature and a rewarding read for anyone who appreciates powerful, human-centered storytelling.
Assadullah Momand

I have known Hafizullah Turab, since early 1980. I really love his style and language, used to write short stories. The Walls are Taking is the best example, everyone can enjoy. I congratulate him on this big achievement and wish him more and more.
Rashid Khattak

Hafeezullah Turab is a renowned fiction writer. His short stories depict the sentiments of the people of a war-torn country Afghanistan. His longing for peace and harmony is the central and integral force of his writings. He has also personified mountains and trees of his scenic land. The feelings of his characters are driven from the incidents of real life.