Altab Ali, The Symbol due to be released before his next anniversary in May 2025.

This is the third book from four books created to remember and celebrate his him and his life.

1. Altab Ali, Murder 

2. Altab Ali, His Life & Family 

3. Altab Ali, The Symbol 

4. Altab Ali, Inspired artwork

Here is the 3rd instalment about Altab Ali who’s name has become a symbol of defiance against racism and fascism. One man’s murder that pivoted the Sylheti community to fight, stake a claim (British Bangladeshi, here to stay) and then go on to turn a slum into Bangla Town, turn the area into a centre for the Curry trade, as a hub contributing billions of pounds from the curry trade into the UK economy, making Bangla Town a busy and thriving tourist destination.

Photos by Tom Learmonth are featured in this book.

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