Pakistan's Wars: An Alternative History

This book examines the wars Pakistan has fought with India and other non-state actors,analyzing elite decision-making and the impact on India-Pakistan relations. It includes interviews with widows, children, soldiers, and civilians to understand the subaltern perspective.

Format: Hardback
Length: 364 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate tapestry of wars that Pakistan has waged over the years, encompassing conflicts with India and other non-state actors. With a focus on pivotal moments such as the first Kashmir war (1947-48), the wars of 1965 and 1971, and the 1999 Kargil war, the author employs a rigorous analytical approach to examine the decision-making processes that led to these conflicts. Through the application of the "gambling model," the author sheds light on the dysfunctional worldviews, risk-taking behaviors, and other behavioral patterns of the decision-makers, shedding light on the underlying factors that precipitate these wars and their profound impact on India-Pakistan relations.

In addition to its analytical depth, the book also seeks to bring forth the voices of the marginalized and affected individuals, including widows, children, common soldiers, displaced civilians, and villagers residing near the borders. Through in-depth interviews, the author aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the subaltern perspective, offering a humanizing lens to the often-complex and devastating consequences of war.

As a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in the fields of military history, defense and strategic studies, international relations, political studies, war and conflict studies, and South Asian studies, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of Pakistan's military history and its complex relationship with India. It provides valuable insights into the geopolitical dynamics, strategic considerations, and human costs of these conflicts, contributing to a deeper understanding of the region's complex and multifaceted history.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032154589