Discover the rich and diverse history of Kasur, the city known as Babe-u-Pakistan, in the compelling new book "Historical Archives of Kasur."
From its earliest days under the Gupta and Kushan Empires to its domination by Muslims, Sikhs, and the British, Kasur has a long and fascinating past that has shaped its vibrant culture.
Through this book, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the city's evolution, including its many structures and cultural traditions that have endured for centuries. With detailed accounts and reliable sources, the author explores the multi-cultural aspects of Kasur, with a particular emphasis on the 70 years of Sikh rule over the city.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the hidden pages of history and the cultural heritage of Kasur.
Author: Amjad Zafar Ali
Publication date: 13 January 2023 Worldwide at Amazon and 17 March 2023 in Pakistan.
Genre: History
Name of Publisher: Lahore Shanasi Foundation Pakistan
Blurb:
Kasur is called Babe-u-Pakistan due to its border belt and gate at Ganda Singh Wala. Kasur is mostly known for Bulleh Shah, Noor Jehan, and Kasuri Methi, but it also has a long history and a vibrant culture that were shaped by the many different communities and religions that have called this place home. It is a city that is multi-cultural.
Since the Mehmood Ghaznvi Era, when it was first ruled by the Gupta and Kushan Empires, the city has primarily been dominated by Muslims. Before Partition, the city was ruled by Muslims for 700 years, by Sikhs for around 60–70 years, and by the British for 100 years. All around the city, there are structures representing Hindu, Sikh, British, and Muslim cultures, many of which are still in good condition.
I have made an effort to discuss every aspect of Kasur, from its beginning to the present. This book includes reliable sources and images about Kasur's 2000-year-long detailed history. With 70 years of Sikh rule over Kasur, the author has explicitly addressed Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh cultural history in this book.
The book contains a list of numerous well-known individuals, locations, specialties, and family members that left Kasur for India in 1947. The pages of history that have been hidden until now are revealed by reading this book.
About the Author:
Born in August 1986, Amjad Zafar Ali hails from Kasur, where he currently resides in Sardar Colony, near the old bus stand. As an accomplished author, he has published three books and is set to release another one in Urdu titled "Kasur Tareekh k Ayne Me" in 2023.
In addition to his literary achievements, Mr. Ali has an impressive educational background. He completed his matriculation in 2002 at Pakistan Model High School, Kasur, followed by his Higher Secondary School Certificate in Arts in 2004 from Government Islamia College Kasur. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2012 and Master of Arts in History in 2015 from the University of the Punjab in Lahore.
Aside from his academic and writing pursuits, Mr. Ali has extensive experience working for international donor organizations such as USAID, UN, SIDA, and FFF for over 12 years. Currently, he serves as an ERP Support and Implementation Manager at a software firm in Lahore.
For those who wish to get in touch with him, Mr. Ali can be reached at amjadzafarali@hotmail.com or +923216583007 (Whats App). His work can also be accessed at:
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