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Book Summary
This is historical fiction for adults that explores the human costs of the partition of India in 1947. Set in a village where Sikhs and Muslims have lived side by side for generations, the narrative follows how fear, rumor, and political pressure threaten peaceful life. The intended reader includes fans of historical fiction and literary fiction, as well as readers curious about Indian history and memory. The emotional tone is poignant and humane, inviting reflection without sensationalism.
The story is presented as a tightly observed, story-led narrative that captures everyday lifeโmarkets, homes, and intimate conversationsโwhile the looming violence interrupts the routine. A silent funeral train arrives, embodying the townโs encounter with mass displacement. A love story between a young Sikh man and a Muslim woman threads through the chaos, offering a deeply human counterpoint to the eraโs brutality. The reading experience is immersive, with lucid, lyrical prose, strong social realism, and moral complexity that invites readers to think critically about history and humanity.
Readers finish with a deeper understanding of the human impact of partition, an expanded sense of empathy for communities divided by faith, and a lasting impression of resilience and dignity in the face of upheaval. The work invites contemplation of how individuals navigate fear and loyalty, leaving a meaningful perspective on history and humanity.
Product Details
Author
Khushwant Singh
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
208
Language
English
SKU
9780143481928
ISBN
9780143481928
Reading Age
All
Binding
Hardback
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Khushwant Singh Was IndiaโS Best-Known Writer And Columnist. He Was Founder-Editor Of Yojana And Editor Of The Illustrated Weekly Of India, The National Herald And Hindustan Times. He Was A Member Of Parliament From 1980 To 1986. He Was Awarded The Padma Bhushan In 1974 But Returned The Decoration In 19984 In Protest Against The Storming Of The Golden Temple In Amritsar By The Indian Army. In 2007 He Was Awarded The Padma Vibhushan. He Passed Away In 2014 At The Age Of Ninety-Nine.