Divided Cities: Partition and Its Aftermath in Lahore and Amritsar, 1947-1957

This much-needed comparative study adds a new dimension, enabling a fuller comprehension of the aftermath of Partition. The book links the 'history from beneath' approach to Partition with an understanding of the consequences of the division for nation-building. The work highlights how communities and localities experienced violence in different ways. It also analyses the contrasting fortunes of the cities of Lahore and Amritsar during the post-Partition decade.