Tales of Life is a prescribed English Compulsory textbook published by Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU)

provides a poignant look at the trauma and displacement caused by the Partition of India, using madness as a metaphor for the absurdity of political borders. Sacrifice and Love : Stories like "The Gift of the Magi"

explores the themes of duty versus desire and the fear of the unknown that keeps individuals trapped in unhappy circumstances. Human Suffering and Political Turmoil : Saadat Hasan Manto’s "Toba Tek Singh"

• A university course reading list or library copy hosted by GNDU.
• A scanned syllabus, lecture notes, or PDF made available by GNDU faculty or students.
• A student-uploaded copy stored on GNDU servers or shared via campus forums.