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Harleen Sandhu Singh
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Number of Pages
544
Language
English
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Book Summary
In this hardback edition, The Lost Heer is a thoughtful historical exploration of the women of colonial Punjab, challenging long-held male-dominated narratives. A scholarly yet accessible work in history and gender studies, it speaks to readers who love uncovering hidden stories—from students and researchers to curious readers of culture and identity. The tone is respectful, enlightening, and hopeful, inviting you to meet the women whose resilience helped shape Punjabi history.
The Lost Heer is built from archival research and regional literature, weaving together biographical portraits of remarkable women such as Aas Kaur, Mai Fatto Bibi, Sahib Kaur, Manmohini Zutshi, Raghbir Kaur, Dr. Premdevi, and Khadija Begum Ferozeuddin. Each chapter situates these figures within social norms, family life, public roles, and political currents of the era, offering a nuanced picture of agency, constraint, and achievement. The writing is clear and steady, balancing scholarly rigor with storytelling that makes history feel immediate.
The narrative unfolds through carefully structured content that emphasizes voices often left out of traditional histories. The book highlights how women navigated power, tradition, and community to influence Punjabi culture, while inviting readers to question how history is told. Readers will encounter vivid profiles, contextual explanations, and source-based reflections that illuminate the texture of daily life in colonial Punjab without overwhelming with jargon.
After finishing The Lost Heer, readers gain a richer, more nuanced understanding of Punjabi history and the women who shaped it. It invites reflection on how stories are told and honors those voices long overlooked, leaving you with a sense of wonder, respect, and motivation to learn more.
Product Details
Author
Harleen Sandhu Singh
Publisher
Penguin
Number of Pages
544
Language
English
SKU
9780670098750
ISBN
9780670098750
Dimensions
3.29 x 13.9 x 22.2 cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 1,299
₹ 1,104
15% Off