About
Indian-born, Pakistani short story writer whose works in the Urdu language include Bu (Odor) and Khol Do (Open It). He is perhaps best known for Thanda Gosht (Cold Meat) and Kaali Shalwar (Black Pants).
Before Fame
His early study of important French and Russian literary works greatly influenced his own literary development.
Trivia
His writing has been compared to that of D.H. Lawrence.
Family Life
He and his wife, Safia, were married in 1939.
Associated With
Manto's literary works, like those of beatnik poet Allen Ginsberg, were criticized for their allegedly obscene content.