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Under Such a Sheltering Sky
₨995.00The year is 1971. After decades of military rule, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his Awami League has won a landslide victory in the first election based on universal franchise in Pakistan. But the euphoria is short-lived. Instead of handing over power to the winner, the military regime cracks down on the Eastern Wing of the country to crush the movement for the liberation of Bangladesh. A brutal conflict follows pittng West against East, turning neighbours against each other, dividing friends and families and igniting war between India and Pakistan. Two young men find themselves caught up in the tumultuous events of that year on opposite sides of the war. One is battling to preserve the unity of Pakistan, the other is fighting for an independent Bangladesh. Their paths cross in unpredictable ways in the chaos of war. As first one side and then the other gains the upper hand; at critical moments each man would hold the other’s life in his hands. What would they do? And what are the consequences of the choices they make?
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Hiroshima and Other Stories
₨995.00The novella consists of 13 short stories with two being the author’s own translations. Written by Ibne Sa’id (better known as M.H. Askari), these literary compositions are unique in many ways. M. H. Askari started his career in the closing years of the Second World War as an officer in the public relations department of the British Indian Army. From there he got a ringside view of the War and the surrender of Japan. He also personally experienced the sensitivity of his Indian colleagues fighting for a power that had occupied their own country and forced the War on them. He also witnessed the start of the age of decolonisation and how these events led to the break-up of societies. Most of the stories are written against this backdrop and subtly capture the paradoxes and nuances of these extraordinary global developments. The author’s insight into politics, society and human nature is so profound that his writing is no less than prescient, considering that these stories were written more than six decade ago.
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MAKING SENSE OF POST-COVID-19 POLITICS
₨995.00The book is a remarkable compilation of articles from acknowledged experts. It should be vital reading for an insight into the post-COVID-19 environment. It is a masterful, comprehensive survey of the pandemic and its impact.
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Book 6
₨995.00A good understanding of grammar is essential for effective writing and communication. Targeting Grammar follows a carefully developed scope and sequence that provides comprehensive grammar instruction, enabling students to become skilled communicators.
Targeting Grammar provides basic instruction in grammar conventions. The activities cover a step-by-step process for achieving knowledge and understanding of the elements of grammar and their practical application. Each book in the course is divided into six sections covering the following study areas.
Nouns
Adjectives
Adverbs
Pronouns
Verbs
Sentences
Each section provides definitions, explanations, examples and activities for students to practice and consolidate their knowledge and understanding of grammar in reading and writing.
Also included are:
Punctuation Stops – Instructions in the use of punctuation marks.
Checkpoints – Assessment tasks to enable teachers to monitor student progress and intervene if necessary.
Challenges – Optional extension activities for more able students.
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Book 7
₨995.00A good understanding of grammar is essential for effective writing and communication. Targeting Grammar follows a carefully developed scope and sequence that provides comprehensive grammar instruction, enabling students to become skilled communicators.
Targeting Grammar provides basic instruction in grammar conventions. The activities cover a step-by-step process for achieving knowledge and understanding of the elements of grammar and their practical application. Each book in the course is divided into six sections covering the following study areas.
Nouns
Adjectives
Adverbs
Pronouns
Verbs
Sentences
Each section provides definitions, explanations, examples and activities for students to practice and consolidate their knowledge and understanding of grammar in reading and writing.
Also included are:
Punctuation Stops – Instructions in the use of punctuation marks.
Checkpoints – Assessment tasks to enable teachers to monitor student progress and intervene if necessary.
Challenges – Optional extension activities for more able students.
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Book 8
₨995.00A good understanding of grammar is essential for effective writing and communication. Targeting Grammar follows a carefully developed scope and sequence that provides comprehensive grammar instruction, enabling students to become skilled communicators.
Targeting Grammar provides basic instruction in grammar conventions. The activities cover a step-by-step process for achieving knowledge and understanding of the elements of grammar and their practical application. Each book in the course is divided into six sections covering the following study areas.
Nouns
Adjectives
Adverbs
Pronouns
Verbs
Sentences
Each section provides definitions, explanations, examples and activities for students to practice and consolidate their knowledge and understanding of grammar in reading and writing.
Also included are:
Punctuation Stops – Instructions in the use of punctuation marks.
Checkpoints – Assessment tasks to enable teachers to monitor student progress and intervene if necessary.
Challenges – Optional extension activities for more able students.
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Starter
₨995.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Workbook 1
₨995.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Workbook 2
₨995.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Workbook 3
₨995.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Book 6
₨995.00Urdu Ki Bahar, a colourful series of Urdu textbooks, is a part of Lightstone Publishers’ mission of making Urdu an enjoyable and stimulating learning experience for pupils. Urdu textbooks are not considered on par with other textbooks’ presentation and content. Urdu Ki Bahar has been created to address this.
Urdu Ki Bahar is designed for schoolchildren from Pre-nursery to class 8. It enhances their interest in Urdu through engaging lessons and digital resources such as animated stories, games, exercises and videos. Grammar and written activities have been integrated skillfully into the lessons. Instructions to the teacher on the pages of the pre-school books familiarise them with the fundamental rules of pedagogy.
Urdu Ki Bahar introduces students to the issues of the age they live in, instils pride in their literary heritage and increases their interest in Urdu.
The contents of Urdu Ki Bahar include poems from the works of the best Urdu poets, exciting and thought-provoking comprehension passages, stimulating exercises and attractive research-based or imaginative writing assignments. There is a separate chapter on extra grammar in Books 6–8.
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Book 7
₨995.00Urdu Ki Bahar, a colourful series of Urdu textbooks, is a part of Lightstone Publishers’ mission of making Urdu an enjoyable and stimulating learning experience for pupils. Urdu textbooks are not considered on par with other textbooks’ presentation and content. Urdu Ki Bahar has been created to address this.
Urdu Ki Bahar is designed for schoolchildren from Pre-nursery to class 8. It enhances their interest in Urdu through engaging lessons and digital resources such as animated stories, games, exercises and videos. Grammar and written activities have been integrated skillfully into the lessons. Instructions to the teacher on the pages of the pre-school books familiarise them with the fundamental rules of pedagogy.
Urdu Ki Bahar introduces students to the issues of the age they live in, instils pride in their literary heritage and increases their interest in Urdu.
The contents of Urdu Ki Bahar include poems from the works of the best Urdu poets, exciting and thought-provoking comprehension passages, stimulating exercises and attractive research-based or imaginative writing assignments. There is a separate chapter on extra grammar in Books 6–8.
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Book 8
₨995.00Urdu Ki Bahar, a colourful series of Urdu textbooks, is a part of Lightstone Publishers’ mission of making Urdu an enjoyable and stimulating learning experience for pupils. Urdu textbooks are not considered on par with other textbooks’ presentation and content. Urdu Ki Bahar has been created to address this.
Urdu Ki Bahar is designed for schoolchildren from Pre-nursery to class 8. It enhances their interest in Urdu through engaging lessons and digital resources such as animated stories, games, exercises and videos. Grammar and written activities have been integrated skillfully into the lessons. Instructions to the teacher on the pages of the pre-school books familiarise them with the fundamental rules of pedagogy.
Urdu Ki Bahar introduces students to the issues of the age they live in, instils pride in their literary heritage and increases their interest in Urdu.
The contents of Urdu Ki Bahar include poems from the works of the best Urdu poets, exciting and thought-provoking comprehension passages, stimulating exercises and attractive research-based or imaginative writing assignments. There is a separate chapter on extra grammar in Books 6–8.
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Our Wonderful World Book 4
₨1,095.00Our Wonderful World Social Studies for Classes KG-5 have been written for schools in Pakistan and meet the requirements for life skills, 21st-century skills and classroom interaction and assessment. Our Wonderful World helps create awareness in students of themselves, their culture, society, country, world and universe. History, geography, ethics, citizenship and accounts of philosophers and travellers are included to create role models and motivate and inspire young minds. This course encourages students to explore concepts and provides examples they can relate to and apply. It also helps them gather and analyse information, develop critical thinking skills, solve problems, use technology, work in teams and communicate effectively with others.
Components
Our Wonderful World:
- Social Studies Books for Classes KG-5.
- Social Studies Books 6-8 forthcoming.
- Teacher’s Guides and lesson plans 1–5
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Our Wonderful World Book 5
₨1,095.00Our Wonderful World Social Studies for Classes KG-5 have been written for schools in Pakistan and meet the requirements for life skills, 21st-century skills and classroom interaction and assessment. Our Wonderful World helps create awareness in students of themselves, their culture, society, country, world and universe. History, geography, ethics, citizenship and accounts of philosophers and travellers are included to create role models and motivate and inspire young minds. This course encourages students to explore concepts and provides examples they can relate to and apply. It also helps them gather and analyse information, develop critical thinking skills, solve problems, use technology, work in teams and communicate effectively with others.
Components
Our Wonderful World:
- Social Studies Books for Classes KG-5.
- Social Studies Books 6-8 forthcoming.
- Teacher’s Guides and lesson plans 1–5
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Excel in Mathematics Book 1
₨1,095.00This series of 8 books is based on the Pakistan National Curriculum. It follows its guidelines: Subject Integration, Mathematical Thinking, Use of Puzzles and Games, Higher-Order Skills, Real-Life Applications and ICT Integration.
Excel in Mathematics focuses on creating a solid foundation of mathematics in pupils.
The subject matter has been carefully graded, considering that learning mathematics involves mastering one concept before moving on to another. The lessons contain many examples from everyday life, leading students from familiar to abstract concepts. Pupils learn new skills and apply them to various exciting problems and learn to navigate and find answers to problems. Eye-catching visuals are evenly distributed throughout the books, making the subject fun.
Excel in Mathematics has an interdisciplinary learning approach, activity-based learning and robust pedagogy designed to build lifelong skills. The books are designed for multiple difficulty levels to develop thinking skills.
We are confident that Excel in Mathematics will kindle the flame of recognition, understanding and application of mathematical concepts in pupils.
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Excel in Mathematics Book 2
₨1,095.00This series of 8 books is based on the Pakistan National Curriculum. It follows its guidelines: Subject Integration, Mathematical Thinking, Use of Puzzles and Games, Higher-Order Skills, Real-Life Applications and ICT Integration.
Excel in Mathematics focuses on creating a solid foundation of mathematics in pupils.
The subject matter has been carefully graded, considering that learning mathematics involves mastering one concept before moving on to another. The lessons contain many examples from everyday life, leading students from familiar to abstract concepts. Pupils learn new skills and apply them to various exciting problems and learn to navigate and find answers to problems. Eye-catching visuals are evenly distributed throughout the books, making the subject fun.
Excel in Mathematics has an interdisciplinary learning approach, activity-based learning and robust pedagogy designed to build lifelong skills. The books are designed for multiple difficulty levels to develop thinking skills.
We are confident that Excel in Mathematics will kindle the flame of recognition, understanding and application of mathematical concepts in pupils.
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Excel in Mathematics Book 3
₨1,095.00This series of 8 books is based on the Pakistan National Curriculum. It follows its guidelines: Subject Integration, Mathematical Thinking, Use of Puzzles and Games, Higher-Order Skills, Real-Life Applications and ICT Integration.
Excel in Mathematics focuses on creating a solid foundation of mathematics in pupils.
The subject matter has been carefully graded, considering that learning mathematics involves mastering one concept before moving on to another. The lessons contain many examples from everyday life, leading students from familiar to abstract concepts. Pupils learn new skills and apply them to various exciting problems and learn to navigate and find answers to problems. Eye-catching visuals are evenly distributed throughout the books, making the subject fun.
Excel in Mathematics has an interdisciplinary learning approach, activity-based learning and robust pedagogy designed to build lifelong skills. The books are designed for multiple difficulty levels to develop thinking skills.
We are confident that Excel in Mathematics will kindle the flame of recognition, understanding and application of mathematical concepts in pupils.
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Workbook 4
₨1,190.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Workbook 5
₨1,190.00Targeting Mathematics utilises the CPA (Concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach and learning experiences in teaching mathematics, making maths fun and relevant for pupils. This allows teachers to introduce mathematical concepts to suit a range of cognitive levels. Concrete materials introduce young learners to mathematical concepts through real-world experiences. This enhances pupils’ understanding and helps build confidence in mathematics. Pictorial examples use illustrations and photographs to help pupils visualise core concepts and assist in problem-solving. Abstract examples allow pupils to familiarise themselves with mathematical symbols and relate the use of these symbols with the concrete and pictorial examples learnt previously.
Targeting Mathematics contains abundant visuals to engage pupils and capture their interest. The play-and-learn components in the course build pupils’ knowledge and enable them to reinforce their understanding of concepts. Further practice is provided in the workbooks. Show-and-say in the textbooks builds pupils’ confidence and allows them to share what they have learnt with their classmates.
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Digital Planet Book 6
₨1,195.00Digital Planet is a comprehensive course of computer textbooks meticulously designed for Classes 1 to 8. Aligned with the latest guidelines of the Pakistan National Curriculum, these books provide an updated and interactive learning experience, incorporating Windows 11 and MS Office 2021.
Digital Planet aims to equip pupils with a deep understanding of Information Technology systems, enabling them to operate and apply digital tools proficiently in various contexts. A range of engaging tasks and activities are included to reinforce concepts, promote practical skills and foster a spirit of innovation.
Books 6 to 8 feature case studies on digital pioneers like Google to broaden students’ perspectives and inspire critical thinking. Additionally, the “Past Present Future” section in Books 3 to 8 takes pupils on a journey through time, highlighting the remarkable evolution of technology across various disciplines.
This course offers valuable tips and advice to “Digital Natives” on essential topics such as online safety, responsible technology use and key technical facts. By using and exploring the Digital Planet course, pupils will gain a solid foundation in computer studies, preparing them for success in an increasingly digital world.
Digital Planet is a cutting-edge computer studies course that provides pupils with a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. This course prepares pupils for success in an increasingly digital world by combining interactive lessons, real-world examples and essential digital skills. With its robust curriculum, interactive features and focus on digital citizenship, Digital Planet is the ideal choice for schools seeking to equip their students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the 21st century.
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Digital Planet Book 7
₨1,195.00Digital Planet is a comprehensive course of computer textbooks meticulously designed for Classes 1 to 8. Aligned with the latest guidelines of the Pakistan National Curriculum, these books provide an updated and interactive learning experience, incorporating Windows 11 and MS Office 2021.
Digital Planet aims to equip pupils with a deep understanding of Information Technology systems, enabling them to operate and apply digital tools proficiently in various contexts. A range of engaging tasks and activities are included to reinforce concepts, promote practical skills and foster a spirit of innovation.
Books 6 to 8 feature case studies on digital pioneers like Google to broaden students’ perspectives and inspire critical thinking. Additionally, the “Past Present Future” section in Books 3 to 8 takes pupils on a journey through time, highlighting the remarkable evolution of technology across various disciplines.
This course offers valuable tips and advice to “Digital Natives” on essential topics such as online safety, responsible technology use and key technical facts. By using and exploring the Digital Planet course, pupils will gain a solid foundation in computer studies, preparing them for success in an increasingly digital world.
Digital Planet is a cutting-edge computer studies course that provides pupils with a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. This course prepares pupils for success in an increasingly digital world by combining interactive lessons, real-world examples and essential digital skills. With its robust curriculum, interactive features and focus on digital citizenship, Digital Planet is the ideal choice for schools seeking to equip their students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the 21st century.
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Balochistan: A Conflict of Narratives
₨1,195.00Balochistan has been facing innumerable challenges since Pakistan’s independence. Resentment and socio-political turmoil in Baloch society has been fueled by the federation’s denial of Balochistan’s rightful share of resources and funds: a recognition of this injustice by the state has long been needed. Fida Malik’s book is a seminal work providing deep insights into the issues of Balochistan. It will help create a deeper understanding and promote a well-integrated federation-province relationship.
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Digital Planet Book 8
₨1,195.00Digital Planet is a comprehensive course of computer textbooks meticulously designed for Classes 1 to 8. Aligned with the latest guidelines of the Pakistan National Curriculum, these books provide an updated and interactive learning experience, incorporating Windows 11 and MS Office 2021.
Digital Planet aims to equip pupils with a deep understanding of Information Technology systems, enabling them to operate and apply digital tools proficiently in various contexts. A range of engaging tasks and activities are included to reinforce concepts, promote practical skills and foster a spirit of innovation.
Books 6 to 8 feature case studies on digital pioneers like Google to broaden students’ perspectives and inspire critical thinking. Additionally, the “Past Present Future” section in Books 3 to 8 takes pupils on a journey through time, highlighting the remarkable evolution of technology across various disciplines.
This course offers valuable tips and advice to “Digital Natives” on essential topics such as online safety, responsible technology use and key technical facts. By using and exploring the Digital Planet course, pupils will gain a solid foundation in computer studies, preparing them for success in an increasingly digital world.
Digital Planet is a cutting-edge computer studies course that provides pupils with a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. This course prepares pupils for success in an increasingly digital world by combining interactive lessons, real-world examples and essential digital skills. With its robust curriculum, interactive features and focus on digital citizenship, Digital Planet is the ideal choice for schools seeking to equip their students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the 21st century.
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Second Coming
₨1,295.00A tour de force, Second Coming, a first novel by the author, explores the sacred and the profane in the life of the protagonist. The multi-layered narrative is seen through his eyes which both colour it and expose him. It cuts across several countries and cultures, belief systems and social structures, ages and genders. The novel deftly weaves literary and religious allusions and illusions into an absorbing, complex portrayal. A cosmopolitan childhood, challenging and successful middle age and the onset of the infirmities of ageing contribute to the unusual manipulation of the time frame. The past, present and future of a sensitive individual prone to doubt and hope, vulnerability and sureness, are laid candidly bare. It is a story studded with comic moments of self-delusion, folly and the ridiculous. Here, viewed from telling, faceted perspectives, is the human condition.
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The Lady of Sohanbela
₨1,295.00The principal character, Kamila, is the sole heir to the hereditary seat of a sufi saint located in a riverine area in the rural hinterland of Pakistan. Her liberal outlook and correlated lifestyle are the outcome of an urban upbringing and westernized academics. Made aware by the final wish of her long-suffering mother to observe familial duties by maintaining and upholding the centuries old family shrine that has a subcontinental following, she is required to marry the leading landowner of the region. The tensions and conflicts that are inherent in such a situation are the wellsprings of the narrative which plays out against European, American and Pakistani backdrops.
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INCONVENIENT TRUTHS: Pakistan’s Governance Challenges
₨1,395.00Pakistan has developed an environment in which facts are disputed, fundamental truth is questioned, lying and deceit are the norm, and unethical conduct is ignored, excused, and even rewarded. In such times speaking the truth can be a revolutionary act. Tariq Khosa has worked in various capacities in the Police Service of Pakistan and observed the workings of those in the highest echelons of power. In this book, he takes us on a journey through his career and explores the reasons for these ills gripping the country, especially in government and public service. He believes that public servants, especially police officers, have the power to shape a culture of honesty and transparency and, conversely, if they are dishonest, a culture of deception and corruption. Tariq Khosa provides sensible and viable solutions for the numerous problems plaguing the country.
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Starlight Graded English Readers Level 1 (Pack of 6)
₨1,395.00What better way to learn to read than to be drawn into a good story. Starlight Graded English Readers do precisely that, building on a child’s natural curiosity and sense of fun while giving them the tools to become independent and confident readers.
Written and designed specifically for Pakistan, this exciting new reading series encourages children to relate to texts through familiar and appropriate characters, settings and situations. Each set of six Readers for levels 1-5 is accompanied by an engaging Activity Book that reinforces key concepts, revises vocabulary introduced at that level and expands students’ word bank. By asking students to put events in order, the Activity Books also introduce them to the basic building blocks of storytelling. Additionally, each level is accompanied by a comprehensive Teacher’s Guide, which provides general teaching strategies and specific suggestions for each Reader, including ‘After Reading Questions’ and ‘Expansion Activities’ to generate discussion, increase vocabulary and spark interest and creativity.
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In the Land of the Pure
₨1,495.00In the Land of the Pure is a geopolitical thriller set in Pakistan, the only Muslim country to possess an atomic bomb which worries the Western governments and secret services. Could one of the terrorist groups in the country use it to threaten the world at large? Anne le Guennec, a French woman reporter is sent to investigate these strategic questions. She discovers a beautiful and complex country quite different from the image it has outside. Alongside feudalism and obscurantism, she finds the country to be modern and sophisticated — with its art galleries, theatres, fashion shows and cafes. Not exactly the black hole populated by bearded men and veiled women that is portrayed to the world. She also discovers the ‘great game’ of the 21st century — a muffled yet ferocious conflict between the United States and China for supremacy in this region — at the crossroads of the principal petroleum routes and rich in rare metals. During her investigations, Anne meets colourful characters — an intrepid old begum, a dancer and activist for women’s rights and also Karim, an ambiguous theatre man who fascinates her. But while she seeks to penetrate fundamentalist groups and obtain an interview with a leader, she falls into a death trap. Will the mysterious Karim be able to save her? Karim who loves Pakistan madly and keeps a dangerous secret.
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