Comprehensive exploration of the Indian Empire's five partitions for a complete understanding of modern South Asian borders
Richly researched using previously untranslated private memoirs and interviews for authentic voices
Vivid, cinematic storytelling that brings historical events and legacies to life
Impact on contemporary issues such as civil wars, insurgencies, and mass migrations
International bestseller and finalist for the Orwell Prize for Political Writing
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'A sparkling debut by an outstanding young historian' – PETER FRANKOPAN 'This book is a revelation … both original and important' – MISHAL HUSAIN A history of modern South Asia told through five partitions that reshaped it.
As recently as 1928, a vast swathe of Asia – India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Burma, Nepal, Bhutan, Yemen, Oman, the