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Lands of Belonging A History of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Britain.

By Donna Amey Bhatt, Vikesh Amey Bhatt and others

How did ancient inventions, empire and Partition reshape who belongs—and where?

informative · thought-provoking · illustrated · inclusive

Genres

History Non-fiction

What is Lands of Belonging A History of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Britain. about?

Explore the intertwined histories of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Britain in this richly illustrated journey through time. Discover ancient Indian inventions, powerful empires, the rise of the East India Company, British rule, the World Wars, independence and the Partition of 1947. The book also follows South Asian migration to Britain, examining racism, resilience and cultural contributions. With timelines, stories, celebrations and remarkable people, it asks important questions about identity, perspective and what it means to belong.

About the author

Donna Amey Bhatt is a writer who loves creating fun, thoughtful books for children. She has written three books, including the popular Lands of Belonging, co-written with her husband, Vikesh. Donna enjoys reading all sorts of things and believes every book can teach us something new. She lives in London with her family and dog.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2025

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