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Amazing what this woman accomplished and hoped to accomplish. Tragic that her life ended so soon
بی نظیر مدام تاکید می کند که ردای سیاست را خودش ، به خواست خودش، به تن نکرده و جورهایی می توان گفت به او تحمیل شده- اسم کتاب هم (که البته در فارسی دختر شرق ترجمه شده) دوباره موکد همین فکری است که گمان نمی کنم فکر چندان درست یا از ته دل باشد. هیچ کس به خاطر سرنوشتی که بهش تحمیل شده این قدر سرسختانه نمی جنگد ... می جنگد؟ به هر حال، بی نظیر بوتو، از آن دسته آدم هاست که قلب آدم را روشن می کنند، که نشان می دهند می توان همه جا بدی دید و سیاهی، اما "خوب" بود و خوب ماند و خوب جنگید
After having read this book, as well as [b:Reconciliation: Islam, Democracy, and the West|2459714|Reconciliation Islam, Democracy, and the West|Benazir Bhutto|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1266840930s/2459714.jpg|2860088], I am convinced that every woman, regardless of their social background or religious belief, should read this book. Apart from teaching the reader quite a bit about Pakistan’s development from the moment it became an independent nation, up until the present day, it is an impressive and often shocking tale of a woman struggling for justice and peace. Time and time again this book proves that the strength of mankind is stronger than we can imagine. Personally, I think it is at times unbelievable what people are willing to, and capable of enduring for the sake of their honour and beliefs.
Benazir Bhutto, her family, friends, and her political supporters have spent years in the most pitiful and horrendous of circumstances, but never once did their strength or dedication falter. They stood tall and held on to their beliefs and hope for a better future, even when a positive outcome seemed impossible.
Apart from the horrendous atrocities suffered by the people described in this book, and the cruelties they to endure, I think this is an inspirational book that women all around the world would benefit from reading. Benazir Bhutto’s life story shows that women can do anything they want, as long as they put their mind to it and don’t get discouraged by occasional setbacks. After having been imprisoned for many years, and having been opposed in every possible way by Pakistan’s military regime, she still managed to become a democratically elected Prime Minister, and the first female Prime Minister of a Muslim country, a triumph! In spite of years spent in exile, suffering death threats aimed at her and her family, and the nearly 9 year long imprisonment of her husband, she soldiered on, and would certainly have been re-elected Prime Minister, if she hadn’t been assassinated on December 27, 2007. Had she been re-elected, she might have been able to pull Pakistan back from the verge of the abyss. As it stands now, nothing has changed, and a great and inspirational life was sadly lost in the process.
The book is beautifully written, and no matter how horrible the circumstances she is describing, Benazir never fails to remain modest and show compassion. She never demeans herself or her supporters, no matter what atrocities or suffering the opposing regime inflicted on them.
I would recommend anyone to read this book, even if you don’t know much about Pakistan and its history. It will be certain to shock, impress, and possibly inspire you.
Benazir Bhutto, her family, friends, and her political supporters have spent years in the most pitiful and horrendous of circumstances, but never once did their strength or dedication falter. They stood tall and held on to their beliefs and hope for a better future, even when a positive outcome seemed impossible.
Apart from the horrendous atrocities suffered by the people described in this book, and the cruelties they to endure, I think this is an inspirational book that women all around the world would benefit from reading. Benazir Bhutto’s life story shows that women can do anything they want, as long as they put their mind to it and don’t get discouraged by occasional setbacks. After having been imprisoned for many years, and having been opposed in every possible way by Pakistan’s military regime, she still managed to become a democratically elected Prime Minister, and the first female Prime Minister of a Muslim country, a triumph! In spite of years spent in exile, suffering death threats aimed at her and her family, and the nearly 9 year long imprisonment of her husband, she soldiered on, and would certainly have been re-elected Prime Minister, if she hadn’t been assassinated on December 27, 2007. Had she been re-elected, she might have been able to pull Pakistan back from the verge of the abyss. As it stands now, nothing has changed, and a great and inspirational life was sadly lost in the process.
The book is beautifully written, and no matter how horrible the circumstances she is describing, Benazir never fails to remain modest and show compassion. She never demeans herself or her supporters, no matter what atrocities or suffering the opposing regime inflicted on them.
I would recommend anyone to read this book, even if you don’t know much about Pakistan and its history. It will be certain to shock, impress, and possibly inspire you.
Daughter of Destiny: An Autobiography by Benazir Bhutto is memoir of first woman to head a democratic government in a Muslim majority nation ,She served as 11th and 13th prime minister of Pakistan .
This book starts her narration on her days as a Prime Minister with her new born Child ( she is first PM giving birth while in office.). Book provides details of her days when her father Zufikar Ali Bhutto’s execution ,her days in prison,her brother’s death, her marriage.
While reading this book I feel her narration is not realistic. Some stories especially regarding corruption matters feels like lie and she washes her hand off.
I will rate this book with 2 Star only.
This book starts her narration on her days as a Prime Minister with her new born Child ( she is first PM giving birth while in office.). Book provides details of her days when her father Zufikar Ali Bhutto’s execution ,her days in prison,her brother’s death, her marriage.
While reading this book I feel her narration is not realistic. Some stories especially regarding corruption matters feels like lie and she washes her hand off.
I will rate this book with 2 Star only.
Ah! This was such a difficult book to read. Benazir's story is filled with suffering and death. It is a pity that we are capable of such cruelty towards our own. Not only do I sympathize with her, but I also admire her courage and sacrifice. She could have chosen not to fight and gone off to live in some other country, but she didn't. From beginning to end, I kept thinking about how lucky I've been to grow up in a democracy where I did not have to fight for basic human rights. I highly recommend this book, especially to anyone with an interest in history and politics.
A beautifully written book about a horrifying time in history. Bhutto seamlessly weaves together politics and personal life into brilliant prose. At times it is hard to remember that the things you are reading about actually happened. It is hard to face the fact that so much pain exists in the world and it is astonishing that any human being can live through the experiences shared in this memoir. I was sad that the last chapter seemed so rushed and that it was no where near as well flushed out as the rest of the book but there are obvious reasons for that I think.
Overall this book as inspired me to delve further into the history of the subcontinent.
Overall this book as inspired me to delve further into the history of the subcontinent.
Daughter of the East is Benazir Bhutto's way of reclaiming the narrative - recounting her exchanges with her father as they debate on politics (her youthful idealism vs. Zulfikar's experienced realism), the impact of the loss of her father in what she terms as 'judicial murder', and her own struggles to reinstate democracy in military-ruled Pakistan.
At times, I become impatient with her tedious account of reemerging through the elections in the 90s - an impatience that is minuscule to the one she must have felt after years of solitary confinement.
All in all, the book is a riveting account of Pakistan politics but most of all, a woman's journey in finding herself and following her convictions through and through despite numerous obstacles.
Would recommend to anyone wanting a glimpse into the life of the first woman Prime Minister of a Muslim-majority country and the stories that shaped her calling.
You can check my full review here
At times, I become impatient with her tedious account of reemerging through the elections in the 90s - an impatience that is minuscule to the one she must have felt after years of solitary confinement.
All in all, the book is a riveting account of Pakistan politics but most of all, a woman's journey in finding herself and following her convictions through and through despite numerous obstacles.
Would recommend to anyone wanting a glimpse into the life of the first woman Prime Minister of a Muslim-majority country and the stories that shaped her calling.
You can check my full review here
Such an eye opener! As an Indian, I am naturally curious to know the perspective of our neighbouring country's citizens and leaders. I was certainly expecting blatant propaganda and a demonic portrayal of India as a " Hindu nation" . This was certainly not absent, but still far below my expectations. Mrs Bhutto manages to compliment the development of India and its economy . It also, surprisingly portrays Indira and Rajiv Gandhi in a good light!
Now onto the main section of the plot. Mrs Bhutto has certainly revealed life as it was under the tyrannical rule of Zia-ul-Haq ; his Islamization program which affected even the smallest of villages in the most remote corners of the country. Her perseverance was no small feat.
The ending seemed a tad abrupt , and the obvious bias towards Zulfikar Ali Bhutto(her father) and the PPP party was blatantly apparent. Hence the 4 star rating .
Now onto the main section of the plot. Mrs Bhutto has certainly revealed life as it was under the tyrannical rule of Zia-ul-Haq ; his Islamization program which affected even the smallest of villages in the most remote corners of the country. Her perseverance was no small feat.
The ending seemed a tad abrupt , and the obvious bias towards Zulfikar Ali Bhutto(her father) and the PPP party was blatantly apparent. Hence the 4 star rating .
This was so beautiful, powerful, empowering, and so heart breaking.
Finally got around to it and I am glad but heartbroken I have finished it.
For anyone who think women are lesser then men, who think colour, race, religion matter pick up this book.
Like Princess Diana, Benazir always, always put the people at first. For rights, equality, love and freedom.
Crying face × 10000000.
Benazir an idol of mine always and forever
May Allah grant you a place in Jannah Al.F
Ameen xx
Finally got around to it and I am glad but heartbroken I have finished it.
For anyone who think women are lesser then men, who think colour, race, religion matter pick up this book.
Like Princess Diana, Benazir always, always put the people at first. For rights, equality, love and freedom.
Crying face × 10000000.
Benazir an idol of mine always and forever
May Allah grant you a place in Jannah Al.F
Ameen xx