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Hamza Attends a Janaza

Shabana Hussain

Illustrator: Atefeh Mohammadzadeh

Ages: 5 & Under

Published: 2023

Publisher: Kube Publishing

ISBN: 978-0-86037-893-8

Keywords: Funerals, Islamic Traditions, Urdu, Grief

When a friend and neighbor passes away, Hamza must forgo a fun day with his grandparents to attend an Islamic funeral. Stylized illustrations. Extensive back matter.