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Lahore: A Sentimental Journey
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Lahore: A Sentimental Journey was first published in 1933, in Pran Neviel’s tribute to the land of his birth. This revised edition includes a chapter about his experiences at Government College, an epilogue and a afterword. Grounded in memory are redolent with nostalgia, Nevile’s reminiscences transport the reader into the heart of Lahore as it was in the 1930s and 40s --- a city bustling with activity where people coexisted harmoniously, unfettered by considerations of religion, region or caste. From the riotous seasonal festivities of kite-flying to clandestine love-affairs on rooftops, from matinee shows at the cinema to twilight hours spent amongst the bejeweled dancing girls of Hira Mandi, Lahore emerges as a city of mesmerizing contradictions and chaotic splendor. ‘Old Lahories will enjoy Pran Nevile’s reminiscences.’ ----- Khushwant singh ‘Written in an eminently readable literary style.’ ----- Ian Talbot