Husain, Mishal
Broken Threads: My Family from Empire to Independence
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008531683
- author:
- Husain, Mishal
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Fourth Estate Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 22.2 x 14.1 x 3.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Born into a world of empire and upheaval, Mishal Husain's family story is one of transformation and resilience. In this powerful memoir, Husain uncovers the lives of her grandparents, tracing their experiences amidst the tumultuous years leading up to India's independence in 1947.
Through a patchwork of memories, letters, diaries, and audio tapes, Husain reconstructs the lives of four individuals - Mumtaz, Mary, Tahirah, and Shahid - each shaped by the Raj, a world war, and the politics of pre-partition Delhi. As freedom comes, bonds fray and communities are divided, leaving two couples to forge new identities.
This arresting family memoir offers a level-headed explanation of partition, one that sheds new light on this pivotal moment in history. With its beautifully written, emotional, and deeply personal narrative, Husain's story is both a testament to the human spirit and a powerful exploration of the complexities of identity and belonging.
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