Khāt (خط) — Volume 1, Issue 1 (Back Order)

This is where Khāt (خط) began. Born from a deep love for Urdu poetry and the simple magic of physical mail, Issue 1 was created to revive the tradition of the "gift of a couplet."

By popular demand, we are making a limited number of "Issue 1" packages available for those who joined our community after the initial mailing. Also, if you found yourself here and are not signed up, here is the subscription link: https://buy.stripe.com/00w3cu3Hrc55bN86If6J200

What’s Inside: Every issue of Khāt (خط) is a curated, high-quality physical package designed to be held, read, and kept. Issue 1 includes:

A Photo Print: A high-quality visual piece that sets the emotional tone for the poetry.

The Couplet: An Urdu couplet alongside its English translation.

The Annotation: A thoughtful explanation providing the historical context and the unique beauty of the chosen couplet.

The Experience: This is an invitation to slow down. Whether you are part of the South Asian diaspora looking to reconnect with your heritage or an English-speaking friend discovering this profound beauty for the first time, Issue 1 serves as the foundational "first line" of our shared conversation.

Note on Shipping: As an analog-first project, these back orders are hand-packed with the same care as our monthly mailings. Please allow 7 days for your piece of the project to arrive in your mailbox.