Ethnic Issues in the Press of Karachi : Spoilers of Harmony / Imtiaz Ahmad.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ahmad, Imtiaz, 1937- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Pakistani literature--20th century--History and criticism--Congresses.

Pakistani literature.

Poverty in literature--Congresses.

Poverty in literature.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (285 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Newcastle upon Tyne, England : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, [2023]

Summary:

This unique book sheds light on the press coverage of Karachi's ethnic affairs through a detailed textual analysis of newspapers. The author examines the coverage of communal issues in both English and Urdu newspapers, highlighting the improvements in English newspapers' coverage and the tendencies of Urdu dailies to report on state nationalism-driven news items during ethnic hostilities. With a regional focus on Karachi, this book is an essential read for historians, researchers, and journalists interested in understanding the ethnic dynamics of Pakistan and the role of the press in covering multi-ethnic societies. The book is a valuable contribution to the study of Pakistan's ethnic affairs, providing insight into the ideas, movements, and theories that have shaped Karachi's ethnic landscape.

Contents:

Intro

Dedication

Table of Contents

List of Tables

Preface

Foreword

Introduction

Abbreviations

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Two Times, Two Tales

Seeking Solution in Shifting Sands

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Ahmad, Imtiaz Ethnic Issues in the Press of Karachi

ISBN:

1-5275-3159-7