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Contemporary Pakistani Fiction in English
Looking at a wide selection of Pakistani novels in English, this book explores how literary texts imaginatively probe the past, convey the present, and project a future in terms that facilitate a sense of collective belonging. The novels discussed cover a range of historical movements and developments, including pre-20th century Islamic history, the 1947 partition, the 1971 Pakistani war, the Zia years, and post-9/11 Pakistan, as well as pervasive themes, including ethnonationalist tensions, the zamindari system, and conspiracy thinking. The book offers a range of representations of how and whether collective belonging takes shape, and illustrates how the Pakistani novel in English, often ov...
South Asian Cultures of the Bomb
Since their founding as independent nations, nuclear issues have been key elements of nationalism and the public sphere in both India and Pakistan. Yet the relationship between nuclear arms and civil society in the region is seldom taken into account in conventional security studies. These original and provocative essays examine the political and ideological components of national drives to possess and test nuclear weapons. Equal coverage for comparable issues in each country frames the volume as a genuine dialogue across this contested boundary.
Applications of Computing, Automation and Wireless Systems in Electrical Engineering
This book discusses key concepts, challenges and potential solutions in connection with established and emerging topics in advanced computing, renewable energy and network communications. Gathering edited papers presented at MARC 2018 on July 19, 2018, it will help researchers pursue and promote advanced research in the fields of electrical engineering, communication, computing and manufacturing.
The Pakistan Cauldron
Understanding the treacherous currents of Pakistani politics
The Caspian Plot
This story begins with insights into secret schemes that have a basis in the Caspian Sea, but also have far-reaching consequences in Central and Northern Europe. Iran is plotting to become a nuclear power in the Middle East. Russia wants to help, but for another reason. Egos of leaders are responsible for plans of hegemony and revenge that result in violation of international law and norms that, if unchecked, will redraw state boundaries and result in terrible losses for all antagonists drawn into these events.
Understanding Pakistan
This book is the outcome of a national seminar for research scholars on Pakistan organized by the Centre for Pakistan Studies at the MMAJ Academy of International Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. The aim of the seminar was to explore how young minds in India view Pakistan, the quintessential ‘enemy’ country. The range of topics included issues related to Pakistan’s politics, economy, popular culture, education, environment, sectarian divide, minorities, policy towards Jammu & Kashmir and foreign relations. Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
Pakistan's Foreign Policy
This book analyses Pakistan’s foreign policy and external relations with a focus on contemporary developments, including the impact of the new government of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the powerful military, and the "middle power" status. Structured in two parts – Foundation and Operationalization – the book provides a broad overview of Pakistan’s foreign policy and addresses specific foreign policy choices. Contributor's explore issues such as Pakistan’s middle power status from a theoretical perspective, Imran Khan's foreign policy, Pakistan's relations with Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the EU, and Pakistan's evolving Indian Ocean strategy. Based on in-depth interviews with Pakistani scholars, politicians, and diplomats, the book offers a timely perspective on Pakistan’s foreign policy. The book will be of interest to academics working on Pakistan, South Asian Politics, Security and Conflict Studies, International Relations and Foreign Policy, and Asian Studies.
Dialogue
In Pakistani context.
The End of Innocence
�Perched on the edge of a car seat, Rani and Laila hurtled towards a love story �� Western Pakistan, the winter of 1971, and nine-year-old Laila has a secret. Ignored by the adults around her yet desperate to know their world, Laila takes comfort in being the confidant of teenager Rani � privy to details of the older girl�s forbidden love affair. But when that affair bears unwelcome fruit, a floundering Rani leans on Laila for solace and support. Yet Laila � still a child � neither comprehends the danger nor is able to help; and thus unwittingly leads Rani towards catastrophe �
Slavery
As technology makes the world more accessible, it is increasingly important to develop a wide perspective on social issues as well as political, environmental, and health issues of global significance. This book provides a truly global perspective on the topic of slavery. Primary sources, including speeches and government documents, join essays from international sources to offer a truly panoramic view. Readers will examine the legacy of slavery, what it is like in modern times, the global problem of sex slavery, and the unfortunate but very real existence of child slavery. Essay sources include the U.S. Department of State and the Integrated Regional Information Network. Essayists include Deep Kisor Datta-Ray, Norimitsu Onishi, Barbara Gunnell, Rosemary Regello, and C. Nana Derby.
