Book Launch: Sufism, Imperialism and Tribalism Among the Pakhtuns
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Join us for the launching of “Sufism, Imperialism, and Tribalism Among the Pakhtuns,” a compelling new book by Dr. Himayatullah Yaqubi. This work vividly portrays the tribal and spiritual resistance of Pakhtun society against the tyranny of Mughal imperialism. Also, Dr. Yaqubi discusses the enigmatic life of Bayazid Ansari, illuminating the intellectual foundations of the Roshniya movement. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich history and complex dynamics of Pakhtun resistance and spirituality.
About the Author:
- Dr. Himayatullah Yaqubi had been a Research Fellow at National Institute of Historical and Cultural Research (NIHCR), QAU, from 2006 to 2017. Presently, he is Assistant Professor at the Department of History, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. He has also authored a book titled “Mughal-Afghan Relations in South Asia: History and Developments” (2015).
About the Moderator:
- Saira Sajjad is M.Phil research scholar at the Department of History, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.
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