Sheikh Hasina


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Political biography, 1981-1995, of Sekha Hasina, prime minister of Bangladesh.




Sheikh Hasina


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Sheikh Hasina: The Making of an Extraordinary South Asian Leader" is an illuminating portrait of one of the most influential figures in contemporary politics. In this captivating biography, the life and legacy of Bangladesh's beloved Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, are meticulously unveiled. From her formative years, marked by personal trials and political turbulence, to her ascent to power and enduring commitment to her nation's progress, the book offers an intimate glimpse into the evolution of a transformative leader. With unprecedented access to Sheikh Hasina and exhaustive research, the chapters navigate the complex tapestry of her life, revealing the unwavering dedication that has earned her global recognition. Her tireless pursuit of democracy, women's empowerment, and economic development has not only reshaped Bangladesh but has left an indelible mark on South Asian political ideology. With an enthralling tale of resilience, courage, and determination, Sheikh Hasina has emerged as an iconic figure not only in Bangladesh but also on the global stage. "Sheikh Hasina: The Making of an Extraordinary South Asian Leader" is an inspiring testament to the power of leadership and the enduring impact of one woman's extraordinary journey. The biography also illuminates the enduring influence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, not only as Sheikh Hasina's father but also as the revered father of the nation of Bangladesh. His vision and sacrifices in the struggle for independence resonate throughout the narrative, emphasizing the profound impact of his legacy on his daughter's leadership journey. This compelling biography is a must-read for those intrigued by the resilience and visionary leadership of a woman who defied the odds to become a uniquely effective and cherished leader, leaving an indomitable legacy in her wake.




Democracy in Distress Demeaned Humanity


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Articles with reference to democracy in Bangladesh during October 2001; partly autobiographical reminiscences.




People and Democracy


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With reference to Bangladesh.




Many Rivers, One Sea


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Blending reportage and analysis, Allchin investigates the Bangladeshi body politic to discern how Islamist radicals hope to reshape their country.




Development for the Masses


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On the socio economic development of Bangladesh.




A History of Bangladesh


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Bangladesh did not exist as an independent state until 1971. Willem van Schendel's state-of-the-art history navigates the extraordinary twists and turns that created modern Bangladesh through ecological disaster, colonialism, partition, a war of independence and cultural renewal. In this revised and updated edition, Van Schendel offers a fascinating and highly readable account of life in Bangladesh over the last two millennia. Based on the latest academic research and covering the numerous historical developments of the 2010s, he provides an eloquent introduction to a fascinating country and its resilient and inventive people. A perfect survey for travellers, expats, students and scholars alike.




Paradoxes of the Popular


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Few places are as politically precarious as Bangladesh, even fewer as crowded. Its 57,000 or so square miles are some of the world's most inhabited. Often described as a definitive case of the bankruptcy of postcolonial governance, it is also one of the poorest among the most densely populated nations. In spite of an overriding anxiety of exhaustion, there are a few important caveats to the familiar feelings of despair—a growing economy, and an uneven, yet robust, nationalist sentiment—which, together, generate revealing paradoxes. In this book, Nusrat Sabina Chowdhury offers insight into what she calls "the paradoxes of the popular," or the constitutive contradictions of popular politics. The focus here is on mass protests, long considered the primary medium of meaningful change in this part of the world. Chowdhury writes provocatively about political life in Bangladesh in a rich ethnography that studies some of the most consequential protests of the last decade, spanning both rural and urban Bangladesh. By making the crowd its starting point and analytical locus, this book tacks between multiple sites of public political gatherings and pays attention to the ephemeral and often accidental configurations of the crowd. Ultimately, Chowdhury makes an original case for the crowd as a defining feature and a foundational force of democratic practices in South Asia and beyond.