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Daughter of destiny

an autobiography
1989
Benazir recounts how through her tenacity to her father's memory she emerged from political persecution and exile to become the leader of the Pakistan People's Party.

We visit Pakistan

2012
An introduction to Pakistan, featuring photographs and information about the history, government, people, culture, holidays, and other aspects of the country, and including profiles of key figures, a recipe, and a craft.

Reconciliation

Islam, democracy, and the West
2009
Former prime minister of Pakistan Benazir Bhutto discusses the rise of Islamic radicalism, contending that autocratic rulers, manipulative religious leaders, and the Western world have threatened the chance of democracy in Pakistan.

Pakistan

an Islamic treasure
1990
Discusses the history, people, religions, food, cultural heritage, lifestyle, education, sports, industries, major cities, politics, historic sites, festivals, and holidays of Pakistan.

Independence of India and Pakistan

2011
"A history of the struggle for independence in India and Pakistan, based on primary source documents and other historical artifacts. Features include period art works and photographs; excerpts from literary works, letters, speeches, broadcasts, and diaries; summary boxes; a timeline; maps; and a list of additional resources"--Provided by publisher.

Shabanu

daughter of the wind
1991
When eleven-year-old Shabanu, the daughter of a nomad in the Cholistan Desert of present-day Pakistan, is pledged in marriage to an older man whose money will bring prestige to the family, she must either accept the decision, as is the custom, or risk the consequences of defying her father's wishes.

Pakistan

2004
Colorful images and easy-to-follow text teach young readers about the legends, crafts, popular games, foods, and pets of Pakistan.

Pakistan

a primary source cultural guide
2004
An overview of the history and culture of Pakistan and its people including the geography, myths, arts, daily life, education, industry, and government, with illustrations from primary source documents.

Benazir Bhutto

prime minister
1992
Examines the life of Pakistan's first woman prime minister against the background of the politics of her country.

A family in Pakistan

1985
Presents the life of fourteen-year-old Assim in a village in northern Pakistan.

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