Description
Discover the poignant narratives of 'Remnants of Partition' by Aanchal Malhotra, a compelling exploration of the emotional and historical wounds inflicted by one of the most significant events in South Asian history. This brand new 2021 release published by Hurst Publishers (ISBN: 9781787386037) delves into the lives forever altered by the Partition of India and Pakistan. Utilizing personal possessions passed down through generations, Malhotra uncovers a deep well of stories buried within objects—each telling of the immense human migration, loss, and survival amidst chaos and violence.
'Calling all history enthusiasts and readers interested in the human experience,' this remarkable book illuminates the hidden family tales connected to items carried across borders, revealing a rich tapestry interwoven with themes of pain, hope, and resilience. From delicate strings of pearls to heartfelt poems of a young woman, these relics of the past breathe life into forgotten voices, enriching our understanding of identity and belonging in a fractured world.
Shortlisted for prestigious awards, including the British Academy's Al-Rodhan Prize and the Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize, 'Remnants of Partition' offers a haunting yet necessary reflection on the experiences that shape our collective memory. Embark on this transformative journey today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781787386037
Year: 2021
Publisher: Hurst Publishers
Description:
The emotion and trauma of the Partition are buried deep, but Aanchal Malhotra has found a way to recover them. Through the possessions saved by her own great-grandparents as they fled their homes, she discovers the unique power of such objects: to unlock the secrets of a colossal human migration, and a life that once was.
Remnants of Partitionis a remarkable alternative history, telling the family stories hidden within items carried between the new India and Pakistan, amid chaos and violence. They uncover a rich tapestry of pain and rupture, but also of hope and connection – in belonging through belongings, and identities reforged.
From a string of pearls to a young woman’s poetry, this extraordinary book gives voice to the voiceless, restoring the everyday to a great drama of the twentieth century. Its power and poignancy will haunt the reader.
Shortlisted for the British Academy's 2019 Al-Rodhan Prize
A Hindustan Times 'India @ 70' book
Shortlisted for the Hindu Lit for Life Non-Fiction Prize
Shortlisted for the Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize
'Calling all history enthusiasts and readers interested in the human experience,' this remarkable book illuminates the hidden family tales connected to items carried across borders, revealing a rich tapestry interwoven with themes of pain, hope, and resilience. From delicate strings of pearls to heartfelt poems of a young woman, these relics of the past breathe life into forgotten voices, enriching our understanding of identity and belonging in a fractured world.
Shortlisted for prestigious awards, including the British Academy's Al-Rodhan Prize and the Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize, 'Remnants of Partition' offers a haunting yet necessary reflection on the experiences that shape our collective memory. Embark on this transformative journey today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781787386037
Year: 2021
Publisher: Hurst Publishers
Description:
The emotion and trauma of the Partition are buried deep, but Aanchal Malhotra has found a way to recover them. Through the possessions saved by her own great-grandparents as they fled their homes, she discovers the unique power of such objects: to unlock the secrets of a colossal human migration, and a life that once was.
Remnants of Partitionis a remarkable alternative history, telling the family stories hidden within items carried between the new India and Pakistan, amid chaos and violence. They uncover a rich tapestry of pain and rupture, but also of hope and connection – in belonging through belongings, and identities reforged.
From a string of pearls to a young woman’s poetry, this extraordinary book gives voice to the voiceless, restoring the everyday to a great drama of the twentieth century. Its power and poignancy will haunt the reader.
Shortlisted for the British Academy's 2019 Al-Rodhan Prize
A Hindustan Times 'India @ 70' book
Shortlisted for the Hindu Lit for Life Non-Fiction Prize
Shortlisted for the Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize