The Delayed Line by Sadiq Jafri (Author)
- Publisher: ENGLISH GENERAL BOOKS
- Availability: In Stock
- SKU: 62992
- ISBN: 9786277972011
- Number of Pages: 352
- Publication Date: 2026-06-20
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📖 Title Name: The Delayed Line: Partition of British India and the Perfect Crime – The Untold Story of the Summer of 1947
✍️ Author: Sadiq Jafri
🔹 Introduction:
The Delayed Line: Partition of British India and the Perfect Crime by Sadiq Jafri presents a compelling examination of the events surrounding the Partition of British India in 1947. The book explores hidden narratives, political decisions, and the controversial delay in announcing boundary lines that shaped one of the largest and most tragic migrations in history.
🔑 Key Points:
• Explores the untold story behind the delayed announcement of the Partition boundary lines.
• Examines the political decisions and historical circumstances of the summer of 1947.
• Highlights the human tragedy, migration, and violence during Partition.
• Discusses the role of British authorities and key figures involved in the process.
• Provides fresh perspectives on one of South Asia’s most defining historical events.
🕌 Conclusion:
Sadiq Jafri’s The Delayed Line offers readers a thought-provoking look into the hidden dimensions of the 1947 Partition. It challenges conventional narratives and sheds light on historical decisions that profoundly changed millions of lives across the subcontinent.