Pakistan: A Primary Source Cultural GuideOnce a part of the Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest agricultural regions in the world, Pakistan's identity is deeply rooted in Indian tradition. From its most famous archeological sites such as Mohenjo-Daro, or the "Mound of the Dead," to its struggle with independence from British India, students gain a broad-based view of Pakistan and its importance as a South Asian country. With religious views that span the millennia, Pakistan hosts a cache of diverse opinions, art, and architecture surrounding Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Students also gain an understanding of contemporary conflicts in Pakistan such as those surrounding the disputed areas of Jammu and Kashmir and the continued rivalry between the Sunni and Shi'a Muslims. |
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| Title | Pakistan: A Primary Source Cultural Guide Primary Sources of World Cultures |
| Author | Marian Rengel |
| Publisher | The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc, 2003 |
| ISBN | 0823940012, 9780823940011 |
| Length | 128 pages |
| Subjects | › Juvenile Nonfiction / General |
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