One of the best modern short stories. Kudos to the brilliant writer!
Author Archives: Shehryar Khawar
Bad Ass Moments from the Past
The Merchant of Dead Dreams

I came across this exhausted old man, sleeping in a quiet corner of Port Grand. I wanted to wake him up, but didn’t have the heart to do so despite knowing that he was sleeping a dreamless sleep.
I have seen all and then some!

Came across this sweet old man a few months ago in Fortress Stadium, Lahore. He worked for a tea seller and had the kindest of faces and the most expressive eyes. The interaction was short but what was intended to be communicated, was communicated

Who are you? What are your dreams?

A random capture near Saddar Railway Station, Karachi.
