Echoes of Afghan Truths
To Preserve, Study and Share the Life and Works of
Abdul Rahman Pazhwak (*Abdur Rahman Pazhwak)
د پژواک ژوند، ویناوی او آزادی اندیښی ویاړنه
برای حفظ، مطالعه و معرفی زندگی وآثار
عبدالرحمان پژواک
به یاد بود گفتار، کردار و اندیشهٔ آزاد استاد پژواک ۱۳۷۴ - ۲۹۸ا
AFGHAN POET, SCHOLAR, DIPLOMAT AND STATESMAN (1919-1995)
We are an independent, private nonprofit and educational foundation. Overall objectives include building a library and welcome center next to Pazhwak's graveside, organize and publish A. R. Pazhwak's writings in multiple languages, holding poetry reading and book launching events. Pazhwak's approach eloquently captured the 20th century socio-political developments of Afghanistan, chronicling both the struggles and aspirations of its people through his poetry and prose.
Pazhwak's writings and ideas offer a window into Afghanistan's culture, literature and history. He is widely known as a poet,
diplomat, and intellectual; he
also played a significant role
as a historian of Afghan
thought, mores and national identity. While he is not primarily categorized as a conventional historian of events, his literary and diplomatic work reflects a careful historiographical sensibility drewing upon oral history, classical Persian and Pashto literature, and contemporary reportage to
construct a narrative that
merged literary sensibility with historical reflection.
See a list of Pazhwak's published works under books. One may download PDF copies to read or use for academic purposes. In addition to making Ustad Pazhwak's writings available in Pashto and Dari, we plan to translate his writings into other languages, particularly English. You have the option to make a small donation, if you wish (See the Support button). Please ensure full transparency if you do. Many thanks in advance.
Tons of original materials consisting of poetry, prose, statements, interviews and articles remain scattered and unpublished. We welcome collaboration by making transcripts available to graduate students, centers and scholars for research, analysis and publication. Ultimately, Pazhwak life and legacy belong to the Afghan people and the universal ideals of human freedom, individual rights, enlightenment and progress.
