A Brief History of Pakistan - Softcover

Wynbrandt, James

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0816061858 ISBN 13: 9780816061853

Verlag: Facts On File Inc, 2009

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Book by Wynbrandt James

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..." scholarly in its depth of research, with an abundance of details and an attractive format... well documented, interesting to read and understand, and visually appealing."

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This book presents the major events, people, and traditions that have shaped Pakistan.""A Brief History of Pakistan"" presents a concise yet thorough account of this land whose past as a birthplace of civilization is as important to world history as is its pivotal place in contemporary geopolitics. Coverage includes the dramatic events, notable people, and special customs and traditions that have shaped this country. By illuminating the nation's past, this book gives readers a detailed perspective of Pakistan today and enables them to intelligently consider how it might change in the future.Coverage includes: The land and its people; The Indus Valley Civilization; The Vedic Age in Pakistan; The Mogul Period; British rule; The struggle for independence; Partition; Civilian and military rule; Islamization of Pakistan; Pakistan under Pervez Musharraf; Relations with the United States, India, and Afghanistan; Pakistan's nuclear weapons program; and, Secular/Islamic tensions.

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• Verlag: Facts On File Inc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0816061858
• ISBN 13: 9780816061853
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 320