Vichhoda: A Harrowing Tale of Separation and Survival by Harinder Sikka
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4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1944 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 129 pages |
In the wake of the cataclysmic partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, countless lives were uprooted and shattered. Amidst the chaos and violence, Vichhoda, a poignant novel by Harinder Sikka, chronicles the heart-rending story of separation and survival.
The novel centers around the lives of three individuals: Kirpal Singh, a Sikh farmer; Zainab, a Muslim woman; and Heer, a young woman who is caught between two worlds. As religious tensions escalate, their lives intertwine in a dangerous and unpredictable way.
Kirpal Singh, a devout Sikh, is forced to leave his ancestral home in Punjab as violence engulfs the region. With his family in tow, he sets out on a perilous journey to Delhi. Along the way, he encounters Zainab, a Muslim woman who has lost everything in the violence. Together, they form an unlikely alliance, united by their shared experience of loss and displacement.
Heer, a young woman torn between her Hindu and Sikh heritage, finds herself caught in the crossfire of religious extremism. As the partition deepens, she must choose between her family and her heart. Her journey, marked by both heartbreak and resilience, reflects the complexities of identity and belonging during a time of upheaval.
Sikka's vivid prose and meticulous research bring the horrors of partition to life. Through the eyes of his characters, we witness the brutality of communal violence, the anguish of separation, and the indomitable spirit of those who survived.
Vichhoda is a powerful and moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a story of love, loss, and the enduring power of hope. Sikka's novel not only sheds light on a dark chapter in history but also serves as a timely reminder of the devastating consequences of prejudice and division.
About Harinder Sikka
Harinder Sikka is an acclaimed Indian author and journalist. He is known for his powerful and thought-provoking novels that explore themes of history, identity, and social justice.
Born in Delhi, India, Sikka began his career as a journalist for The Indian Express. He later moved to the United States, where he worked as a correspondent for The New York Times.
Sikka's first novel, "Calling Sehmat," was published in 2006. The novel, based on a true story, tells the tale of an Indian woman who spies for India during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War. "Calling Sehmat" was a critical and commercial success, and it was later adapted into a Bollywood film.
Sikka has since published several other novels, including "Vichhoda," "The Snow Leopard's Daughter," and "The House of Secrets." His work has been praised for its historical accuracy, its nuanced exploration of complex themes, and its compassionate portrayal of human resilience.
Vichhoda is a powerful and moving novel that explores the devastating impact of separation and violence. Harinder Sikka's vivid prose and meticulous research bring the horrors of partition to life, while his characters' stories offer a poignant reminder of the enduring power of hope.
4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1944 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 129 pages |
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4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1944 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 129 pages |