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This is the only major work on Ajrak, the famous double-printed cotton cloth of Sindh, Pakistan. Since the earliest trading contacts between Europe and Asia, this cloth has been appreciated and much sought after. The Venetian Niccolao Manucci wrote in 1659 that it "lasts beyond all cloths that I have used", and the Englishman William Fremlin noted that ".. of all sorts of Indian goods, none are in such request as those of Synda..." Years of painstaking research lies behind this book, which minutely describes the twenty odd laborious stages of producing ajrak. The book is unusual in that it also includes a detailed directory of the craftsmen she found which still practice the traditional craft correctly. With this book, the humble Sindhi craftsmen who have struggled to maintain a long and culturally significant tradition have received their monument. The craft has revived in recent years, and beautiful photographs well document this remarkable textile-making process

The Sindhworkis originated in Hyderabad, Sindh, in the mid-1850s. In less than a hundred years, their trading outposts in different parts of the world had grown into multinational businesses. Sindhwork and Sindhworkis, first published in 1920, is an account of the experiences, insights and perspective of one who led the Sindhworki life himself.

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Sindh Revisited is the remarkable story of the author's fascination with the early life of Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890). It is the story of an incredible journey, too - deep into the heart of British India, and the India and Sindh of today.Christopher Ondaatje's Sindh Revisited is the extraordinarily sensitive account of the author's quest to uncover the secrets of the seven years Richard Burton spent in India in the army of the East India Company from 1842 to 1849. "If I wanted to fill the gap in my understanding of Richard Burton, I would have to do something that had never been done before: follow in his footsteps in India...." The journey covered thousands of miles - trekking across deserts where ancient tribes meet modern civilization in the valley of the mighty Indus River.What was it that Burton discovered in India? What was it that changed him from a rebellious, wayward youth into a man of courage, imagination, wisdom and personal power? Through this unique book and the journey it describes, we come nearer than ever before to understanding the mystery of Richard Burton and the devils that drove him.

In August 1947, India won Independence. At the same time, many families were torn apart and lost their homes forever in the trauma of Partition. Much has been documented about the Punjab Partition experience – but the Sindhis have never spoken. The generation of Sindhis uprooted by Partition was so focussed on succeeding in their new (and often resentful) environment that they did not have the comfort or confidence to pass on their heritage and memories, many painful, to their children. Sindh: Stories from a Vanished Homeland takes us into Sindh – its history, its beauty, different aspects of its culture and traditions, long-forgotten essential facts about Sindhi-ness. Using childhood memories, it reconstructs life in Sindh before and during Partition. While it’s basically a tribute to the community for moving forward in difficult times, leaving behind their cultural heritage to make new lives for themselves – it’s also a wake-up call to the Sindhi community that says, hey, enough time has passed; you can look back without those feelings of hostility and betrayal, to see who you are and where you came from.

Sindh Revisited is the remarkable story of the author's fascination with the early life of Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890). It is the story of an incredible journey, too - deep into the heart of British India, and the India and Sindh of today. The very name of Sir Richard Burton conjures up images of adventure. His search for the source of the Nile with John Hanning Speke contributed to his being the best-known traveller of the nineteenth century. Burton was an outstanding orientalist, archaeologist, linguist, anthropologist, and a controversial diplomat. Christopher Ondaatje's Sindh Revisited is the extraordinarily sensitive account of the author's quest to uncover the secrets of the seven years Richard Burton spent in India in the army of the East India Company from 1842 to 1849. "If I wanted to fill the gap in my understanding of Richard Burton, I would have to do something that had never been done before: follow in his footsteps in India." The journey covered thousands of miles-trekking across deserts where ancient tribes meet modern civilization in the valley of the mighty Indus River.

In August 1947, India won Independence. At the same time, many families were torn apart and lost their homes forever in the trauma of Partition. Much has been documented about the Punjab Partition experience – but the Sindhis have never spoken. The generation of Sindhis uprooted by Partition was so focussed on succeeding in their new (and often resentful) environment that they did not have the comfort or confidence to pass on their heritage and memories, many painful, to their children. Sindh: Stories from a Vanished Homeland takes us into Sindh – its history, its beauty, different aspects of its culture and traditions, long-forgotten essential facts about Sindhi-ness. Using childhood memories, it reconstructs life in Sindh before and during Partition. While it’s basically a tribute to the community for moving forward in difficult times, leaving behind their cultural heritage to make new lives for themselves – it’s also a wake-up call to the Sindhi community that says, hey, enough time has passed; you can look back without those feelings of hostility and betrayal, to see who you are and where you came from.

The book is a wide-ranging examination of the way in which the British recorded their engagement with Sindh, then part of undivided India, in visual terms. Following the early years of exploration, conquest and settlement, the British began to record new aspects of the natural and cultural world of Sindh, from architecture and archaeology to arts and crafts and folklore. Illustration of these areas of engagement was at first relatively restricted. However, the rapidly developing technology of the 19th century, particularly photography, facilitated the dissemination of images in increasingly sophisticated ways, while a burgeoning publishing industry and the growth of the periodical press brought illustration to a greatly extended public. With a wealth of illustrations of paintings, drawings, prints and photographs from journals, folios, books and periodicals, this book gives a comprehensive and unrivalled picture of the evolution of the way the British portrayed Sindh to the outside world.Contents:Introduction; 1. Early Views of Sindh; 2. Close Encounters: The Army of the Indus; 3. Enter the Civilians; 4. New Interests; 5. Circulating Images; 6. Heroes and Villains; Conclusion.

This study provides insights into Pakistan's historical development through focusing on politics in Sindh, a key province constituting the new nation state in 1947. This examination of party and ministerial politics at the provincial level provides a unique perspective that is relatively little known. It contributes to a deeper understanding of Pakistan and the challenges and difficulties it has faced following independence in establishing a stable political system and government.

A lavishly illustrated volume of Pakistani textiles of extraordinary colour and vibrancy from one of the most arid areas on Earth.The Flowering Desert: Textiles from Sindh focuses on a private collection of textiles from Sindh, Pakistan, which, according to some scholars, was the crucible in which the textile traditions of Gujarat and Rajasthan were forged. Sindhi textiles are unique inasmuch as they reflect a dimension that combines the harshness of the terrain with a quest for a mythical and unattainable beauty. The collection is recognised as being of outstanding merit and some of it has featured in exhibitions at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London and the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh.In addition to sumptuous reproductions of 120 remarkable objects the book includes contextual photographs of textiles in use.

A searing assemblage of Islamic Sufi spiritual music from the hinterlands of Sindh and Punjab, this compilation marks Sublime Frequencies' debut release of field recordings from Pakistan. Recorded and compiled by Arshia Fatima Haq, founder of Discostan - a collective of artists from an imagined federation of states from Beirut to Bangkok via Bombay - this is a rare, unfiltered collection of devotional music ranging from hypnotic solo instrumentals and vocal lamentations to euphoric ensemble qaww

A lavishly illustrated volume of Pakistani textiles of extraordinary colour and vibrancy from one of the most arid areas on Earth.The Flowering Desert: Textiles from Sindh focuses on a private collection of textiles from Sindh, Pakistan, which, according to some scholars, was the crucible in which the textile traditions of Gujarat and Rajasthan were forged. Sindhi textiles are unique inasmuch as they reflect a dimension that combines the harshness of the terrain with a quest for a mythical and unattainable beauty. The collection is recognised as being of outstanding merit and some of it has featured in exhibitions at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London and the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh.In addition to sumptuous reproductions of 120 remarkable objects the book includes contextual photographs of textiles in use.

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"Annexation and the Unhappy Valley : The Historical Anthropology of Sindh's Colonization addresses the nineteenth century expansion and consolidation of British colonial power in the Sindh region of South Asia. It adopts an interdisciplinary approach andemploys a fine-grained, nuanced and situated reading of multiple agents and their actions. It explores how the political and administrative incorporation of territory (i.e. annexation) by East India Company informs the conversion of intra-cultural distinctions into socio-historical conflicts among the colonized and colonizers. The book focuses on colonial direct rule, rather than the more commonly studied indirect rule, of South Asia. It socio-culturally explores how agents, perspectives and intentions vary--both within and across regions--to impact the actions and structures of colonial governance"--Provided by publisher.

Elevate your wardrobe with our exquisite Purple Ajrak Hand Block Printed Shirt, a true statement piece inspired by the traditional artistry of Sindh, Pakistan. This unique shirt showcases the timeless beauty of ajrak hand-block printing, creating a rich tapestry of deep purples and intricate flower patterns. Designed with a contemporary twist, the shirt features exaggerated flannel collars that add boldness to its traditional roots. Golden hand embellishments adorn the sleeves and front panel, adding a luxurious touch and making this piece perfect for special occasions or simply elevating everyday style. Each shirt is crafted with attention to detail and respect for the artisanship of Sindh, making it not only a stunning garment but a tribute to cultural heritage. Dry Clean

Ajrak (Sindhi: اجرڪ), also known as Ajrakh, is a unique form of block printing found mostly in Sindh, Pakistan and Ajrakhpur, Kutch district, India. Looking to style yourself or looking for a summer jacket or for a winter jacket …. Whatever... Fulfil all these purposes with this one and only limited edition elegant Sacramento Green Ajrakh Linen kimono. Style yourself with this beautiful piece matching with any outfit like denim or mini/ midi dress or skirt or anything. Dark colour of this kimono will neutralize your appearance and give rich look. Dry Clean Only Made in U. A.E.

Elevate your wardrobe with our exquisite Purple Ajrak Hand Block Printed Shirt, a true statement piece inspired by the traditional artistry of Sindh, Pakistan. This unique shirt showcases the timeless beauty of ajrak hand-block printing, creating a rich tapestry of deep purples and intricate flower patterns. Designed with a contemporary twist, the shirt features exaggerated flannel collars that add boldness to its traditional roots. Golden hand embellishments adorn the sleeves and front panel, adding a luxurious touch and making this piece perfect for special occasions or simply elevating everyday style. Each shirt is crafted with attention to detail and respect for the artisanship of Sindh, making it not only a stunning garment but a tribute to cultural heritage. Dry Clean

Elevate your wardrobe with our exquisite Purple Ajrak Hand Block Printed Shirt, a true statement piece inspired by the traditional artistry of Sindh, Pakistan. This unique shirt showcases the timeless beauty of ajrak hand-block printing, creating a rich tapestry of deep purples and intricate flower patterns. Designed with a contemporary twist, the shirt features exaggerated flannel collars that add boldness to its traditional roots. Golden hand embellishments adorn the sleeves and front panel, adding a luxurious touch and making this piece perfect for special occasions or simply elevating everyday style. Each shirt is crafted with attention to detail and respect for the artisanship of Sindh, making it not only a stunning garment but a tribute to cultural heritage. Dry Clean

This thesis is a quantitative study of sociolinguistic variation in the Vicholi (central) dialect of spoken Sindhi in Sindh, a south east province of Pakistan. Two speech communities are investigated, one urban and one rural. By an analysis of the speech of the urban area (Hyderabad) and the rural community (Old Hala) the thesis investigates linguistic change in both speech communities and effects a comparison of the two sets of changes. In the study major social transitional events are identified and it is argued that linguistic variation in the two speech communities is sensitive to such change. The study consists of seven chapters: Chapter one introduces the locale of research and discusses theoretical sociolinguistic concepts and issues of relevance to this study. Also included in this chapter is a socio-historical discussion of Sindh which serves as a background for the reader. Chapter two reviews the diachronic sociolinguistic situation in Sindh - particular emphsis is placed on the inception of Pakistan which is felt to have triggered linguistic variation in the two speech communities. Chapter three is an account of the research methodology. A brief discussion of linguistic change appears here, after which the sampling methods and the method of statistical analysis are discussed. Chapter four, five and six examine the results of the analysis of variation in the use of the three phonological variables - the diphthong, vowel and (r) variables - which have been correlated with the social parameters of age, education and sex. Chapter seven concludes the thesis with a brief summary of the findings.

I Saw Myself travels to Kutch and Sindh to explore the contemporary presence of the epic love poems of the region, brought to throbbing verse by the masterful eighteenth-century Sufi poet, Shah Latif. As the authors travel to villages to meet folk singers and attend satsangs that stretch through the night, with everyone joining in, they gradually unearth a unique, love-soaked ethos and spirit that continues to survive and thrive in these divisive times. It retells many of the epic stories from Shah Jo Risalo, proposing often surprising interpretations of the legends. It offers deep and subtle insights into Latif's poetic use of the stories, based on research on the ground with singers from the thriving oral traditions of Latif's poetry. It brings into English many of Shah Latif's most visceral and moving poems, spanning a variety of wider spiritual themes such as 'taking the plunge', 'cutting off the head', 'uniting with the Beloved', and so on.