Poetry

Mirza Ghalib (1797–1869) was one of the most prominent poets of the Urdu and Persian languages. Born as Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan in Agra, India, he is best known for his profound and philosophical ghazals that explore themes of love, loss, and existential longing. Ghalib lived during a time of significant upheaval in India, particularly during the decline of the Mughal Empire and the rise of British colonial power. His poetry reflects this turbulent period, both in his perso