The Wandering Falcon is a 2011 novel-in-stories by Pakistani author Jamil Ahmad. Set in the Federally Administered Tribal Area along the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the novel follows orphan Tor Baz—the “wandering falcon” of the title—as he traverses the region, witnessing the struggles of the many tribal peoples who inhabit it.
Jamil Ahmad (June 1, 1931 – July 12, 2014) was a Pakistani civil servant, novelist and story writer. He wrote in the English language. He is known for his anthology, The Wandering Falcon which was short listed for Man Asian Literary Prize, widely known as Asia's highest literary award, in 2011. The book was also a finalist for DSC prize for South Asian Literature in 2013.
He died on 12 July 2014.
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