Story perspectives

Exploring Migration: Caste, Violence, and New Beginnings

11/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Fauzia Rafique, author of Keeru, translated by Haider Shahbaz, examines migration's link to caste and religious violence.
Mohammad Hussain Khan escapes deadly violence in Pakistan and seeks a new life in Canada.
Haleema, Keeru's mother, embodies unconditional acceptance in the story.
The resolution of caste tensions appears simplistic, missing deeper discussions on privilege and oppression.
Language shapes the characters' identity and sense of agency.

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Story summary

Fauzia Rafique, author of Keeru, translated by Haider Shahbaz, examines migration's link to caste and religious violence.
Mohammad Hussain Khan escapes deadly violence in Pakistan and seeks a new life in Canada.
Haleema, Keeru's mother, embodies unconditional acceptance in the story.
The resolution of caste tensions appears simplistic, missing deeper discussions on privilege and oppression.
Language shapes the characters' identity and sense of agency.