The Sikhs of the Punjab

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Unheard Voices of State and Guerilla Violence

By Joyce Pettigrew

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The Sikhs of the Punjab by Joyce Pettigrew offers an in-depth exploration of the Sikh community, focusing on their social, political, and cultural evolution. The book examines the historical context of the Sikhs in Punjab, elaborating on their traditions and struggles. It provides a nuanced understanding of their identity and status within Indian society.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in understanding the cultural, political, and social dynamics of the Sikh community in the Punjab region. The author offers an insightful exploration of the Sikh identity, historical events, and challenges faced by this vibrant community, providing readers with a deeper appreciation of their rich heritage.

The Sikhs of the Punjab

Village people in the Punjab have lived with the terror of conflict between Sikh militants and Indian security forces. This book presents a human portrait of the struggle.

Village people in the Punjab have lived with the terror of conflict between Sikh militants and Indian security forces. This book presents a human portrait of the struggle.

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Village people in the Punjab have lived with the terror of conflict between Sikh militants and Indian security forces since the attack on the Sikh Golden Temple in 1984. The Sikhs of the Punjab presents a human portrait of the struggle.

The author uses interviews to present the views of Punjabi farmers, Sikh militants, and the police commanders responsible for containing the conflict.

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The Sikhs of the Punjab by Joyce Pettigrew has been praised for its insightful and well-informed analysis of the Punjab region during the turbulent years between 1984 and 1992. Recognised for her exceptional scholarship, Pettigrew's work offers a profound understanding of the complexities faced by the Sikh community during a period of significant strife.

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ISBN: 9781856493567

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 1995

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zed Books Ltd

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

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Pages: 224

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About the Author

Joyce Pettigrew is a reader in anthropology at Queen's University, Belfast.