Basharat Peer delves into profound questions of identity, conflict, and redemption, exploring the complexities of the human experience amidst violence and uncertainty. His writing, characterized by keen insight and a compassionate tone, reveals the subtle nuances of social and political struggles. Peer probes the depths of the human spirit, examining the impact of history on individuals and the collective psyche. His work challenges readers to contemplate the world's intricate issues and how they shape our lives.
Longlisted for the Guardian First Book Award and Winner of the Crossword Prize for Non-fiction`Curfewed Night is a passionate and important book - a brave and brilliant report from a conflict the world has chosen to ignore.' Salman Rushdie