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Enter Stage Left: A Memoir | Living Through Art and Activism in Zia’s Pakistan | With Faiz, PTV, and a Stage That Refused to Go Quiet
0Original price was: ₹699.00.₹524.25Current price is: ₹524.25.Step onto the vibrant stage of Pakistan’s cultural and political revolution with “Enter Stage Left: A Memoir” by Salima Hashmi. This captivating memoir chronicles a period of immense creativity and activism in Zia’s Pakistan, from 1970 onwards. Discover Salima’s groundbreaking work in art education, her pioneering roles in television with iconic shows like Akkar Bakkar, Such Gup, and Taal Matol, and her personal journey as a parent. Experience the innovation and artistic fervor of the era, juxtaposed with the challenges of Gen. Zia-ul-Haq’s rise and the impact on her family, including her father Faiz’s exile. “Enter Stage Left” is a compelling narrative of resilience, art, and activism in a transformative Pakistan, perfect for readers of Pakistani history, cultural memoirs, and inspiring life stories.
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Waiting in the Wings: A Memoir
0Original price was: ₹699.00.₹524.25Current price is: ₹524.25.Discover the formative years of Salima Hashmi in ‘Waiting in the Wings: A Memoir’. Witness the tumultuous birth of Pakistan through the eyes of a child, daughter of the iconic Urdu poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz. This compelling memoir, set against the backdrop of partition and political upheaval, recounts Salima’s experiences from age four, navigating family struggles, including her father’s imprisonment and exile. Amidst the drama, find moments of joy, intellectual discourse with visiting artists and thinkers, and the blossoming of her own artistic passion. ‘Waiting in the Wings’ offers a unique perspective on a new nation’s journey and a young woman’s path to finding her voice through art. A captivating read for fans of Pakistani history and poignant personal narratives.
