Title: ਪਿੰਜਰ (Pinjar)
Author: ਅਮ੍ਰਿਤਾ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਮ (Amrita Pritam)
Language: Punjabi
Description: “ਪਿੰਜਰ” is a classic novel by Amrita Pritam, set against the backdrop of the Partition of India. The story follows Puro, a young woman who becomes a symbol of the suffering endured by countless women during the violence of Partition. Through Puro’s journey of abduction, loss, and resilience, Amrita Pritam sheds light on the social and emotional turmoil of that time. “Pinjar” is a poignant exploration of identity, trauma, and the quest for survival in the face of overwhelming adversity.
Category: Fiction, Historical, Social Issues
Suitable for: Readers interested in Partition literature, women’s struggles, and the works of Amrita Pritam.