Search for a New Land

Search for a New Land by Abdus Samad is a poignant exploration of a Muslim feudal family’s struggles during the tumultuous periods of the Partition of India in 1947 and the partition of Bengal in 1971. Published by Penguin Random House India Pvt. Limited in April 2023, this edition spans 360 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows the Hussain family from the 1920s to the 1970s, capturing their journey through significant political events that shaped the identities of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

Readers will find a deeply emotional account that intertwines personal grief with the broader socio-political landscape of the time. The novel, originally published in Urdu as Do Gaz Zameen, delves into themes of loss and identity as the family navigates the shifting boundaries of their homeland. This translation brings to light the rich literary tradition of Urdu fiction, making it accessible to a wider audience interested in world literature and the historical complexities of the region.