PAKISTAN: UNIQUE ORIGINS; UNIQUE DESTINY? THIRD REVISED EDITION (hb)

“ … Introduces many aspects of Pakistan largely unknown or unacknowledged … with precise, proven facts … extensive research and analysis … very pertinent … concise, easy-to-read … direct, straightforward” —Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani, Prime Minister of Pakistan, 2008–12 “A carefully researched, thoroughly analytical, persuasively argued and eloquently written work … a must-read … for all Pakistanis and for all those interested in South Asia” — from the foreword by HEC Distinguished Professor Sharif Al-Mujahid, (Sitara-i-Imtiaz) “ a brilliant study well-researched a must-read to re-discover Pakistan ” —Ashish Shukla, India Quarterly “Objective and innovative about what constitutes nation-hood in Pakistan Moves ahead of others in the search for the uniqueness of Pakistan … deep insight into Pakistan’s past and present and reinforces confidence in the future” —Dr Syed Jaffer Ahmed, scholar and former director, Pakistan Study Centre, University of Karachi Urdu and Sindhi language versions of this book have been published by the National Book Foundation, Islamabad What makes Pakistan truly one-of-a-kind? This book identifies 8 reasons why And 2 not-so-good reasons that also make the country’s post-Independence history unique In 2017 — 60 strengths 40 weaknesses 31 elements of the evolving national identity of Pakistaniat Critical challenges and possible ways to address them 5 factors most likely to shape the future This book is of equal relevance for readers in Pakistan and around the globe — to better understand a uniquely-created nation-state destined for a significant role in world affairs in the 21st century Most of Pakistan’s 70-year history is marked by tumult, disruption and volatility These features have diverted attention from the extraordinary factors and conditions that shaped the country’s birth The new state also faced unmatched, formidable difficulties capped by dis-integration when East Pakistan became Bangladesh in 1971 West Pakistan then became the new Pakistan — to commence a new phase of nation-building and state-building while ensuring survival amidst abiding and new regional tensions This remarkable book introduces a much-needed, evidence-based balance into appraisal and analysis of Pakistan This revised, updated 3rd edition retains sharp focus on the country’s present in 2017 and possible trajectories in the decades to come In short, lucid, easy-to-read chapters the book stimulates reflection and offers space for the reader’s own observations To help identify how Pakistan can contribute to global peace, culture and harmony in the unfolding 21st century Author: Javed Jabbar is a public intellectual with diverse interests in writing, film-making, media, international and national affairs, environment and voluntary work He is the husband of Shabnam Jabbar, an independent entrepreneur, and father of film-maker Mehreen Jabbar and Barrister Kamal KJabbar Fifteen books and several monographs comprising his writings and of material compiled/edited by him on a range of subjects have been published to highly laudatory reviews He lectures at leading universities and think tanks in Pakistan and in overseas countries and has received numerous global and national awards and recognition in different fields He is a member of the Senate Forum for Policy Research and has served as a Senator for six years He has also served as minister in three Federal Cabinets with portfolios of Information & Broadcasting, Science & Technology, Petroleum & Natural Resources, and National Affairs Several progressive reforms and new laws were introduced through each ministry Major public service organizations and research centres which he helped found and/or leads as chairperson presently work in over 2000 locations across Pakistan in the sectors of education, health , capacity-building, women’s empowerment, children’s rights and environment