39 pages 1 hour read

Khushwant Singh

Train to Pakistan

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1956

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Reviews & Readership

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Train to Pakistan by Khushwant Singh is lauded for its poignant depiction of the Partition of India, blending historical facts with compelling storytelling. Reviewers praise its vivid characters and emotional depth but note occasional narrative slow pacing. Critics appreciate its brutal honesty but warn that its stark portrayal of violence may be unsettling for some readers. MLA-style consistent.

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Who Should Read Train to Pakistan?

Readers who appreciate vivid historical fiction and nuanced portrayals of human resilience would enjoy Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. Fans of Rohinton Mistry's A Fine Balance or Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner would find this novel's exploration of partition-era India compelling and emotionally resonant.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Indian Literature
Asian Literature
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Period
Asian Literature
Topics
History: World