Lahore @ Partition

How did an ancient city survive, transform, and regenerate after one of history's most traumatic partitions? Lahore @ Partition by Adnan Tariq is the definitive, ground-level account that moves beyond blame to reveal the complex human reality of Lahore between 1947 and 1961.

A Revolutionary, Non-Partisan Perspective
Hailed by scholars as a "significant scholarly contribution," this book breaks the mold of Partition literature. Tariq utilizes a deft integration of archival sources - including FIRs, revenue records, and vernacular literature - to foreground the indigenous voices of Lahore's people themselves. Discover how ordinary citizens navigated the chaos of violence, the intricate patterns of cross-migration, and the arduous journey toward urban regeneration.

Why This Research Changes the Narrative:

• Beyond Blame: It provides a comprehensive perspective on violence that avoids simplistic accusations, offering a more nuanced and truthful historical account.
• The Common Person's Story: The book’s great strength is its focus on the common man’s perspective, using local sources to paint a vivid portrait of resilience and adaptation.
• Uncovers "Cross-Migration": The author’s exploration of the two-way flow of populations and settlement patterns adds unprecedented depth to our understanding of post-Partition demography.
• Academic Acclaim: Endorsed by leading historians from the University of the Punjab and beyond for its scholarly rigor, seamless narrative, and fresh insights.

Gain a Deeper Understanding of:

• The on-the-ground dynamics of communal violence and its immediate aftermath in a key city.
• How Lahore’s social, physical, and political landscape was reshaped by mass migration and resettlement.
• The long-term process of urban regeneration and identity formation in the first decade of Pakistan.
• The human capacity for resilience in the face of cataclysmic change.

Essential For:

• Students & Scholars of South Asian history, Partition studies, urban sociology, and post-colonial regeneration.
• Lahore Enthusiasts & Residents seeking to understand the profound transformations that shaped their city.
• Writers & Researchers looking for a model of non-partisan historical methodology and rich primary source use.
• General Readers across South Asia interested in a balanced, human-centric account of this pivotal period.

Authoritative Hardcover Edition:
This substantial hardback is a landmark publication. Its durable format is suited for a lifetime of reference, making it a cornerstone volume for any library focused on Pakistan, Punjab, or 20th-century urban history.

See Lahore not just as a site of tragedy, but as a living entity that endured, adapted, and regenerated. This book provides the map to that journey.

Order the Hardback Today. This pivotal historical study is available for delivery across Pakistan. Purchase securely online with cash on delivery available.