The book recently launched in Karachi has been under discussion for some time. Should it be called book? Wouldn't it be misnomer? Because it was a narration of eyewitness account of the destruction and devastation of the unprecedented 2010 rains flood in the history of Pakistan, prepared every day to be presented on BBC Urdu service from August 11, 2010 to October 16, 2010, there are some reports not included in BBC programmes.
These reports are not simple narration of what was taking place at a certain place at a given time. There are various aspects Wusatullah discerns and distinguishes and takes the reader along right in to heart of the subject.
For example right from the day one the difficulties faced in going from one place to another, non-availability of means of transport, fuel and destruction of normal travel routes. The geography, natural environment, historical development in the area concerned and its art and culture are vividly presented in words and pictures.
Another distinct feature is the narration, its flavour and particularly the satire. No where he becomes personal or aggressive, his mild and casual style stings very hard without any harsh words.
He maintains non-partisan attitude throughout, he gives everyone what he deserves according to his role in a given situation irrespective his party affiliation, social status or anything else. The book in many ways worth read again and again to know the country in depth, its ethnic, lingual and cultural diversities. The beauty of expression is simple, unbiased. It is just like friendly discourse.
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Book: 'Sailaab Diary'
Author: Wusatullah Khan
Publisher: Study Centre University of Karachi
Price: Rs 400/=
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