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978-0199063802, A Political History of Pakistan, 1947-2007, Vyacheslav Yakovlevich Belokrenitsky, Oxford University Press, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$15.83

This book describes the political history of Pakistan from the time of Partition to the Musharraf government. In considerable detail, the authors have described the main features and predominant trends. The aims and achievements of the successive governments are analyzed with particular attention to the interplay of socio-economic forces and interests. The country's foreign policy is examined in the context of the regional and global situation with special regard to the relations between Pakistan and the USSR/Russia. This is a serious, scholarly narrative regarding the life of the nation. The seven chapters of the book correspond to a specific historical period. The first chapter deals with the struggle for the creation of the new state and the forces driving its emergence. The second chapter analyzes the formative years up to the military coup of 1958, while the third chapter describes in detail the internal and foreign policy of the Ayub Khan administration. In the fourth chapter, the authors single out specific features of the Z.A. Bhutto administration (1971-1977), and in the fifth chapter, they deal with the decade-long rule of General Ziaul Haq. The sixth chapter relates to the study of the 1988-1999 democratic interregnum. The last chapter details the policies during General Pervez Musharraf's rule of the country.

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978-8196405359, The Mahabharata: Mewari Miniature Paintings (1680-1698) by Allah Baksh (Vol. 1-4), Alok Bhalla (Author), Chandra Prakash Deval (Author), Niyogi Books Private Limited, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$175.00

• Showcases nearly 2000 never-before published miniature paintings of the Mahabharata by Allah Baksh, from late 17th century Mewar • Features fine translations of the Mahabharata from Mewari into Hindi by Chandra Prakash Deval and English commentary by Alok Bhalla • Insightful introductions by Alok Bhalla on each of the parvas, provide a comprehensive understanding of this great Indian epic Allah Baksh’s magnificent miniature paintings of Vyasa’s great epic, The Mahabharata, were commissioned by Udaipur’s Maharana Jai Singh, and painted between 1680 and 1698. The selection of nearly 2000 paintings, published in four volumes, are from a folio of more than 4000 extant works illuminating the Mahabharata. The fifth volume of 500 paintings devoted to the Gita, has already been published. These radiant miniatures, which follow almost every story in every chapter of the Mahabharata, have no precedent in India’s art tradition. The emphasis in these paintings is not on heroic posturing and spiritual pride, but on the pain that the earth and its creatures endure when human beings tragically fail to fulfill their dharma. The images in the paintings are symbolically charged, their colors are clear and luminous, their lines are restrained and precise. Allah Baksh’s art of visionary thoughtfulness deserves an honored place in the great library of Indian scriptures and their visual interpretations. Introductions to the parvas illuminated in these four volumes offer reflections on the moral resonance of the stories, as they reveal the fate of a civilization from its divine beginning to its fateful destruction. The Hindi translation of the Mewari text in the colophons, describing the story being illustrated, furthers our understanding of the history of cultural exchange between the different religions, regions and languages of India. Comments on the paintings in English enable the reader to decode the images and follow the narrative grandeur of this great Indian epic.

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9780199405145, Afghan History through Afghan Eyes, Nile Green (Author), Oxford University Press, Paperback, English, Worldwide

$10.23

Recent international intervention in Afghanistan has reproduced familiar versions of the Afghan national story from repeatedly doomed invasions to perpetual fault lines of ethnic division. Yet almost no attention has been paid to the ways in which Afghans themselves have made sense of their history. Radically questioning received ideas about how to understand Afghanistan, Afghan History Through Afghan Eyes asks how Afghan intellectuals, ideologues, and ordinary people have understood their collective past. The book brings together the leading international specialists to focus on case studies of the Dari, Pashto, and Uzbek histories which Afghans have produced in abundance since the formation of the Afghan state in the mid-eighteenth century. As crucial sources on Afghans’ own conceptions of state, society, and culture, their writings help us understand the dominant and marginal, conflicting and changing ways in which Afghans have understood the emergence of their own society and its relationships with the wider world. Based on new research in Afghan languages, Afghan History Through Afghan Eyes opens up entirely fresh perspectives on Afghan political, social, and cultural life providing penetrating insights into the master narratives behind domestic and international conflict in Afghanistan.

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9781032725505, Kashmir and the Future of South Asia, Sugata BoseAyesha Jalal (eds.), Routledge (Manohar Publishers & Distributors), Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$40.00

Kashmir and the Future of South Asia, edited by Sugata Bose and Ayesha Jalal, delves into the complex political, historical, and cultural issues surrounding the Kashmir conflict. Published by Routledge (Manohar Publishers & Distributors), this book brings together leading scholars to explore Kashmir's role in the broader context of South Asian geopolitics. It examines the region's impact on regional security, nationalism, and international relations. The book offers diverse perspectives on the conflict and its potential solutions, making it an essential read for students, researchers, and policymakers interested in South Asian studies. The hardcover edition is available in English worldwide.

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9781649800633, Uzbekistan: Russian Avant-Garde – Assouline Coffee Table Book, Yaffa Assouline (Author), ASSOULINE, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$196.90

"Uzbekistan: Russian Avant-Garde" by Yaffa Assouline is a visually captivating coffee table book that explores the intersection of Russian avant-garde art and Uzbekistan's rich cultural heritage. It delves into the region's architectural marvels, vibrant textiles, and artistic movements influenced by Soviet-era creativity. Through stunning photography and insightful narratives, the book highlights how avant-garde artists left their mark on Uzbekistan’s design, art, and urban landscapes. A luxurious hardcover edition, it offers a deep dive into a unique artistic fusion, making it a must-have for collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide.

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9781942426103, Saffron Swords, Manoshi Sinha Rawal (Author), English, Worldwide

$30.63

"Saffron Swords: Centuries of Indic Resistance to Invaders" by Manoshi Sinha Rawal and Yogaditya Singh Rawal is a compelling anthology that brings to light 52 tales of valor from India's history over the past 1300 years. This work serves as a tribute to the unsung heroes and heroines who valiantly resisted various invasions, challenging the often one-sided narratives found in traditional history books. Through meticulous research, the authors shed light on the bravery and sacrifices of these warriors, offering readers a renewed sense of pride in India's rich heritage.

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9781942426134, Nehru’s Himalayan Blunders: The Accession of Jammu & Kashmir, Justice S N Aggarwal (Author), Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$36.25

Nehru's Himalayan Blunders: The Accession of Jammu & Kashmir" by Justice S. N. Aggarwal critically examines the decisions and actions of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru during the accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India. The book argues that Nehru's diplomatic and military missteps, influenced by his trust in Sheikh Abdullah and guidance from Lord Mountbatten, led to the loss of a portion of the region to Pakistan and ongoing conflicts. Through detailed analysis of historical documents and correspondences, Aggarwal highlights 16 major blunders, contrasting Nehru's approach with Sardar Patel's successful integration of other princely states. The author contends that these errors have had lasting repercussions on India's territorial integrity and internal security.

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9788131809389, The Government of Emperor Haile Selassie I (1930-1955) (Amharic Edition) , Zewde Retta (Author, Editor), Laxmi Publications (P) LTD, Paperback, Amharic, Worldwide

$27.41

The second volume of a trilogy on Emperor Haile-Selassie's life and times, this book opens with the reformist young Emperor on the Ethiopian throne in 1930. Although he had started his reforms as heir apparent to the throne, he had been opposed by conservative adversaries. Less constrained as Emperor, he was able to introduce the first written constitution, expand general education, reform public administration, and create a rudimentary army to secure the nation against the increasingly menacing threats from the European colonial powers; especially Italy. As feared, Italy embarked on a pretext to provoke a conflict. This was a frontier incident with Somalia. Mussolini, claimed that the Ethiopians had crossed the border and precipitated an incident. In reality, it was he who had done just that. He now proceeded to send troops, tanks, heavy artillery, and warplanes to defend Italian lands. Emperor Haile-Selassie requested the League of Nations to intervene. The League was indecisive. Italy invaded Ethiopia in the fall of 1936. The Emperor appeared before the League where he made his prophetic address that what had happened to Ethiopia, a member state, would soon spread and find new victims among its other members. He reminded the organization of its collective security mandate to come to Ethiopia's assistance and warned that, whatever it did or failed to do, God and history will remember your judgment. Zewde brings this fascinating story to life with new details preceding the Emperor's address and of how the address was put together, its delivery, the whistles and catcalls of Fascist journalists in an attempt to interrupt the address, and the Chairman's order that the savages be thrown out of the hall. Zewde later describes the Emperor's exile years in London, his continued efforts to secure global awareness for Ethiopia's cause and how, as he had warned, League inaction eventually emboldens Mussolini and Hitler to provoke a global war. A man whose presence in England had been regarded as an embarrassment is instantly transformed into an ally. Winston Churchill arranges for Emperor Haile-Selassie to be flown to the Sudan, a British colony, from where he would proceed to his country. Once inside, Haile-Selassie was joined by Ethiopian resistance and British forces entering the country from Kenya and the Sudan. The Italians are evicted and the Emperor reinstated. With admirable lucidity Zewde goes on to unveil the drama of how the British military and the colonial office quickly launched a plan to turn Ethiopia into a British protectorate. The Emperor responded with his own plan to reclaim authority. One aspect of this was to seek U.S. assistance. In a daring secret trip to Cairo, the Emperor met with President Roosevelt and laid the foundations for a relationship that would ultimately reduce Ethiopia's dependence on Britain. It took two full years, however, for Haile-Selassie's plan to bear fruit. Eventually he managed to get Churchill to restrain his overzealous military. Hardly anywhere does this strange episode of World War II come out in such captivating and authentic detail. With conservatives weakened by the effects of the war, Haile-Selassie could proceed vigorously with his reforms. In this he was assisted by men of modest social backgrounds who, unlike the conservative class, had fully embraced his reforms. His right hand man was Wolde-Giorgis, a personal aide who had been with him during his years of exile. Zewde describes the different political factions with unmatched authority, such was his proximity with one of the strong actors of the liberal class. Indeed, key portions of his material were obtained from this source. An experienced journalist and diplomat, Zewde offers us an account which is at once vivid, rich in detail, and entertaining.

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9788184243024, The Ultimate Prize: Oil And Saddam`s Iraq, Ranjit Singh Kalha (Author), Hardcover, English, Worldwide

$33.69

"The Ultimate Prize: Oil and Saddam's Iraq" by Ranjit Singh Kalha explores the intricate relationship between Iraq's oil wealth and its geopolitical significance, particularly under Saddam Hussein's regime. The book delves into how Saddam used oil as a powerful tool in both domestic politics and international relations. Kalha examines the impact of global oil interests on Iraq's foreign policies and conflicts, providing insights into the role oil played in shaping the country's strategic decisions. Through detailed analysis, the book sheds light on the influence of major powers and their involvement in Iraq's oil-driven dynamics, leading up to the Gulf War. This work is crucial for understanding the intersection of energy resources and political power in the Middle East.

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978-0199063802, A Political History of Pakistan, 1947-2007, Vyacheslav Yakovlevich Belokrenitsky, Oxford University Press, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

978-8196405359, The Mahabharata: Mewari Miniature Paintings (1680-1698) by Allah Baksh (Vol. 1-4), Alok Bhalla (Author), Chandra Prakash Deval (Author), Niyogi Books Private Limited, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

9780199405145, Afghan History through Afghan Eyes, Nile Green (Author), Oxford University Press, Paperback, English, Worldwide

9781649800633, Uzbekistan: Russian Avant-Garde – Assouline Coffee Table Book, Yaffa Assouline (Author), ASSOULINE, Hardcover, English, Worldwide

9781942426103, Saffron Swords, Manoshi Sinha Rawal (Author), English, Worldwide

9788131809389, The Government of Emperor Haile Selassie I (1930-1955) (Amharic Edition) , Zewde Retta (Author, Editor), Laxmi Publications (P) LTD, Paperback, Amharic, Worldwide

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