BOOKS IN BRIEF

Published November 1, 2020

Top Humanist Personalities of the 21st Century
Mehboob Ali Shaikh

A senior journalist heavily involved in charitable efforts in Pakistan and Canada sets out to inspire readers with profiles of those who he believes embody the spirit of humanitarianism. After brief summaries of notable Pakistani humanitarians, the author focuses in detail on the philanthropy of four heads of state: Justin Trudeau, Jacinda Ardern, Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Imran Khan.

Unshed Tears
Zulfiqar Ali Bhatti

This collection of lyrical verses from an engineer-turned-English language teacher encompasses a range of subjects, from patriotism to idealism, loyalty, faith, and love for humanity. ‘The Battle Field’ is the poet’s translation of ‘Sur Kedaro’, a chapter from the ‘Shah Jo Risalo’ and completing the volume is the titular ‘Unshed Tears’, an epic rendition of Sindh’s legend of the half-brothers Dodo and Chanesar.

Published in Dawn, Books & Authors, November 1st, 2020

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