Pakistan: A Personal History

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This book is definitely a must read for any one who has any interest in situation in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Woven into this history we see how Imran Khan’s personal life – his happy childhood in Lahore, his Oxford education, his extraordinary cricketing career, his marriage to Jemima Goldsmith, his mother’s influence and that of his Islamic faith – inform both the historical narrativeandhis current philanthropic and political activities. Imran Khan’s “Indus Journey: A Personal View of Pakistan” takes readers on a captivating voyage through the diverse landscapes and cultures of Pakistan. Imran Khan" provides a deep look into the personal and political life of Pakistan Cricket team's former captain. At worst they might have roused a few statements by clerics wanting to mobilise public support among their constituencies, but in the current polarised climate everyone and anyone is at risk if they happen to be on the wrong side of the divide.

Imran Khan, the former cricketer turned politician, is known for his charismatic leadership and significant contributions to Pakistani politics. The Economist has confirmed this betrayal that in three years he 'has largely bleached out the Islamist colour'. The decisions he makes or defers, the things he does or doesn’t do could have lasting impact on the politics of Pakistan, even India and the rest of South Asia. I would have imagined the choice of narrator to be some one who has some background in the politics of sub continent so that he can pronounce the names properly.The arguments don’t match and I feel scratching my head after knowing Imran’s reason of declaration.

In all cricketing tours Imran participated, with obvious picking, it is the great West Indian team against whom Imran was always concerned. To understand secularism as it exists in the West today, it is important to remember the evolution of Christianity within the Roman Empire. The Economist has summarized his 'achievements' in the following words: "In three years as Pakistan's leader, General Musharraf has largely bleached out the Islamist colour given to the armed forces by a former dictator, Zia ul Haq. Khan ends his 364-page (sans le index) tome on the most positive note, telling us that his political party Tehreek-e-Insaf is the only party which can get Pakistan out of its current desperate crisis. In these chapters, enter the central character and his family tree and relatives are penned in detail.

Khan comes across as a conservative man, one very proud of his Pathan origins, his religion worn on his sleeve. Khan goes out of his way to explain Islam, Pakistan and the Pashtuns (who can do no wrong) to the outside world, sticking his neck out in the process.

A lively and acerbic account of Imran Khan’s political career, providing a fascinating primer on Pakistan’s unlikely Prime Minister. It is also IK’s biography and gives an insight into his personality, trials and tribulations of his life . Recounting his country’s history through the prism of his own memories, Imran Khan starts from its foundation, ripped out of the dying British Raj. This revised and updated edition of the best-selling book on the political journey of a hugely popular, colourful and sometimes controversial public figure of Pakistan brings his story up to the present day, when he has beaten all odds to become the Prime Minister of the country. Third chapter is his account on his university-level and county cricket, beginning of international cricket career and his life in England.The views reflected in this blog are my personal views and are in no way connected to my profession or employer. Imran Khan, former cricketer turned politician, kicked off his book tour in Leicester last month (September 17, 2011). Entry of Jemima Goldsmith and launching of his political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (Pakistan Movement for Justice). By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions.