Shaheen (novel)

Shaheen (Urdu: شاہین) is a 1948 historical novel written in Urdu by Pakistani Islamic historian and novelist Naseem Hijazi.

Set against the backdrop of 1492, the novel captures the twilight of Muslim rule in Granada as the community faced the imminent threat of expulsion from Spain. Through a vivid portrayal of political decay and internal strife, Hijazi explores the complex factors that led to the ultimate collapse of Muslim power in the region.