In a subtle yet forthright manner, the book raises certain basic . issues; creation of nation states and their geographical boundaries, limitations of religion as a binding force and the attitude of certain powerful nations towards the entire region.

Written in a lucid style, the book will definitely fascinate the reader and generate widespread interest.About tbe autbor

Arshad Saini Khan sj was born on June 8, 1942 and joined Pakistan Air Force in 1959. Adjudged the best pilot in 1961, he was awarded the 'Sitara-i-Juraat' for exceptional courage and dedication to duty during the 1965 war. He served as Aide to three Presidents of Pakistan for a record six years from 1966 to 1972, a turbulent period in the history of Pakistan. One of the founding members of Khaleej Times, Arshad served the newspaper for ten years as its General Manager. Returning to the diplomatic corps, he was the Chief of Protocol during the tenure of one President and three Prime Ministers. He has the distinction of having served as the Ambassador of Pakistan to several countries, mainly in the Scandinavian region.

Promoted as Federal Secretary in 1995, Arshad Sami Khan contributed to a large number of institutions as Secretary, Ministry of Culture. He hung up his spurs on June 7, 2002 after 44 years of a chequered career,

Publisher:Pentagon Press

Price: Rs495/-  .