Book Details

• Publisher: Roli Books

• Author: M. J. Akbar

• Language: English

• Published Year: 2002

• Pages: 232

• Binding: Paper Back

• ISBN: 8174362509

• Book Condition: Used – Good

• Condition Note: Book is in good condition

• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm

• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

Kashmir: Behind the Vale by M. J. Akbar is a powerful and deeply researched account of one of the most sensitive and historically significant regions in South Asia. The book explores Kashmir’s rich cultural heritage, political evolution, and the complex series of events that led to prolonged conflict and unrest.

Drawing on historical records, political analysis, and firsthand insights, the author traces Kashmir’s journey from its early cultural and spiritual traditions through the period of princely rule, partition, and the emergence of militancy. M. J. Akbar examines the political decisions, regional tensions, and international influences that contributed to shaping Kashmir’s modern identity and challenges.

Written in an engaging and accessible style, this book provides readers with a balanced perspective on Kashmir’s history, its people, and the forces behind its continuing significance in regional and global politics. It is an essential read for students, researchers, and anyone interested in modern Indian history, geopolitics, and South Asian affairs.