This book concerned with a part of that history, namely, the ideological and geo¬graphical changes in Pakistan. Its aim is to show how from the Secularism of Quaid-i-Azam, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the State has drafted into the hands of an orthodox element which claims that they will make Pakistan a totally Islamic State, as it was in the days of Nizam-i-Mustafa. There can be no doubt that Jinnah…
Richard F. Nyrop's Pakistan: A Country Study (1983) is a comprehensive study of the geographic, social, political, economic, military, and cultural conditions of Pakistan in the early 1980s. The book is structured as an analytical report that provides a comprehensive overview of Pakistan's historical development from independence to the contemporary era. It examines the diverse social structur…
The book Burma’s Struggle Against British Imperialism, 1885–1895 discusses the early phase of Burmese resistance after the fall of the Konbaung Dynasty and the British occupation of Upper Burma in 1885. This work traces how Burmese society—including the nobility, local leaders, monks, and peasant groups—responded to the drastic political changes that occurred during the early colonial p…
The values, beliefs, and behaviors that shape political life in Japan. The book explores how historical experiences, social structures, and cultural norms influence citizen participation, leadership styles, policy-making, and institutional development. Richardson highlights the interaction between traditional practices and modern democratic principles, offering insights into political continuit…
Atatürk: Founder of a Modern State by Ali Kazancigil offers an analytical and insightful exploration of the leadership, political philosophy, and transformative vision of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The book examines Atatürk’s pivotal role in leading the Turkish War of Independence and dismantling the remnants of the Ottoman Empire to establish a secular, republican, and modern nation-state. Ka…
Inside Baluchistan: Political Autobiography of Khan-e-Azam is a political account and personal experience of Mir Ahmad Yar Khan Baluch, a prominent figure and the last ruler of the state of Kalat before its integration into Pakistan. In this autobiography, the author reveals the political dynamics of Baluchistan during the transitional period leading up to and following Pakistan's independence …
Citations de Mustafa Kemal Atatürk by Akil Aksan presents a curated collection of powerful quotations and reflections from Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the modern Turkish Republic. Through these selected statements, the book highlights Atatürk’s thoughts on nationalism, secularism, education, modernization, and civic responsibility. The compilation provides insight into the princi…
This book discusses the history of Burma before and during the colonization process, beginning with the arrival of early explorers, the first British traders, and the competition for power on the eastern border of India. The discussion continues with the first and second Anglo-Burmese wars, the development of trade, and Burma's relations with Pegu, Ava, and China. The next section outlines the…
Iran dan Afganistan karya J. F. Sluimers menyajikan gambaran menyeluruh mengenai dinamika sejarah, politik, dan budaya yang membentuk hubungan antara Iran dan Afganistan. Buku ini membahas warisan budaya yang sama, interaksi regional, serta pengaruh geopolitik yang turut menentukan perkembangan kedua negara. Melalui kajian terhadap peristiwa-peristiwa penting, ikatan etnis dan sosial, serta tan…
A detailed examination of Japan’s political system from a domestic perspective. The book compiles analyses and essays that explore the structure and function of political institutions, the role of political parties, electoral behavior, and policymaking processes. Itoh emphasizes how cultural, historical, and social factors shape political decision-making in Japan. This collection provides rea…