Prof. Syed Ali Abbas Jalalpuri was a writer from Pakistan regarded by the intellectuals as the Will Durant of Pakistan. He wrote more than fourteen books on Philosophy, History, and Religion in Urdu and Punjabi languages. His books seemed to herald an age of reason in Pakistan and his opinions on the subjects of history, civilization, religion, philosophy, metaphysics, folklore are held in great esteem. In his greatest work, Riwayat-e-Falsafa (Traditions of Philosophy), he tried to educate a common Urdu reader on the subject of Philosophy. This book served its purpose in popularizing the subject within the country.
His Works: 1. Riwayat-e-Falsafa (Story of Philosophy) 2. Wahdatul Wujud tey Punjabi Sha'eri (Pantheism and Punjabi Poetry) 3. Iqbal Ka Ilm-e-Kalam (The Theology of Allama Muhammad Iqbal 4. Maqamat-e-Waris Shah (Places of Waris Shah) 5. Ruh-e-Asar ( Zeit Geist or The Spirit of the Age) 6. Aam Fikri Mughaltay (Common Intellectual Errors) 7. Tareekh Ka Naya Mor (The New Turn of History) 8. Rasoom Aqwam (The Cultures of Nations) 9. Jinsiyati Mutaley (Studies in Sex) 10 Kianat aur Insan (Universe and Man) 11 Riwayat-e-Tamadan Qadeem (Story of Ancient Civilizations) 12 Khird Nama Jalalpuri ( Jalalpuri Dictionary) 13 Maqalat Jallapuri (Essays by Jalalpuri) 14 Sibd Gulchainh (A collection of poetry)
"Kainaat aur Insaan" is a compelling read for anyone with an interest in the intersection of history and philosophy. It not only expands the reader's knowledge of the universe but also invites them on a reflective journey into the depths of their own consciousness. Overall, it is a commendable work that succeeds in bridging the gap between the cosmic wonders and the human spirit.