In Search of Return

In "In Search of Return," author Shifa Haq delves into the intricate dynamics of mourning, collective trauma, and political resistance through poignant personal narratives of those mourning the disappeared. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2020, this hardback edition spans 172 pages and offers a profound exploration of the psyche-polis connection. By employing a psychoanalytic perspective, Haq focuses on individual cases to illuminate the deep-seated claims of affect and memory, ultimately reimagining the concept of social suffering. This compelling work is essential for readers interested in sociology, psychology, and the impact of collective grief in the United States. Discover the powerful insights that Shifa Haq presents in this thought-provoking book.