Pakistan: A Personal History Paperback – 3 October 2011

Its an amazing read for people to get an overview of what Pakistan was and is. You get to know a side of Imran and the reasons he chose to come into politics. He's not saying that's he's perfect but he sure is honest.If you've followed Imran Khan's press conferences some things might be repetitive but he's come out in the open like no one else has. I surely recommend it. This man has gone through a lot of struggle to get to where he is and its not for any personal gains. His story is an amazing story in tenacity and belief.Read it to believe it

Imran khan is a package all rolled in one. Brilliant sportsperson , great human being and an awesome leader! The book gives an excellent insight on the way he thinks and what motivates him.. pakistan is lucky to have this amaz ing guy as its leader!!!

Awesome book, it is a really inspiring book, he has great understanding of Pakistan and south asia. Recommandation to be read by Indians

Fantastic book

Time to know something about Imran from himself, rather than from his lovers or haters. Undoubtedly, an enjoyable read packed with lots of information about Pakistani as well as south Asian life and politics in general. As an English teacher, can refer this as should have for those ESL students who want to improve their English. This autobiography, along with The Stephen Fry chronicles by Stephen Fry can do wonders to their English skills. For students of Political science and avid readers it's a must have.

One of the best books i have read, If u want to analyze the journey of Pakistan and the journey of its greatest star, u need to study it.

Book content is good but Amazon send me 2nd hand book

Imran Khan has spoken his heart out quite plainly and unassumingly.I must say it is a book which needs to be read with a clear conscience,not to judge it with in the perspective of India or Pakistan. the way he put forth his ideas on Taliban and Pushtu mentality is highly commendable and remarkably enlightening,I only hope that Barack Obama go through it. Recommended for either side of the border.

An amazing book about a charismatic World Leader based on true events.

Myself being a product of diaspora, found it quite informative. It was journey well worth and written by a man has not only studied at Oxford but who also understand the perspectiva from the western point of View. For those of us who have lived in the west and adopted to the thinking and way of living of the host country and unavoidingly gave a tendency to be swayed by the popular media, its a must read to debate and dialogue. Thank you Imran. Not only a cricketer but also a mentor in more than one way.

I would completely recommend this book to anyone interesting in not only learning about Imran Khan's views on the Pakistan but also on the complexities and beauty of Pakistan itself. A must read for both Pakistanis in Pakistan, those living abroad and non-Pakistanis everywhere.

It takes a measure of a man to admit his shortcomings on a repetitive basis. Imran has written biographies before and I presume most of us may have seen his commentaries on TV but the way he has opened up his thought pattern in this book is exceptional.Whilst Journalists like Pamela Constable (Playing With Fire), Ethan Casey (Overtaken by Events) or even Kim Barker (The Taliban Shuffle) may not have much to say about Imran, I feel it is a missed opportunity since the aforementioned authors waste so much time on Zardari and the Sharif Brothers. Even the Pakistani Author Ahmed Rashid (Descent into Chaos) misses him. This is an annoying trend that is also shared by most of the western media (barring the rare NPR clip) and what irks me is that as a politician with growing influence, Imran deserves due recognition. Furthermore, he is far more worthy 'ambassador' of Pakistan than say the Sharif Brothers.The book is an easy read and Imran has been critical of everyone, primarily himself. This is staggering given the disdainful arrogance he displayed as a cricketer and brash methodology he used to come across as a politician. His blunt honesty, deep insight and great anecdotes make this book a tremendous read. He gives credit to people and institutions where it is due, honors those who have helped him in his quests whilst at the same time shies away from self glorification.In comparison of this book, Musharraf's "In the Line of Fire" fails to dwell on issues that matter but instead wastes pages on "childhood first crushes" and practical jokes played throughout an adolescent age.The opening sequence of "Pakistan" fills in the gaps the media did not cover when Imran was arrested in Lahore. The pages across illuminate the anguish and agony Imran - and possibly all of us empathize with but also take time to let the reader soak in the sheer joy felt during the accomplishments of some of Imran's goals.As a post script, the page and an half of Nawaz Sharif as a self-appointed captain sum opening batsman facing the 'fearsome' West Indian bowling attack of '87 in Lahore is simply hilarious.Splendid, really.

This is a highly readable account of Pakistan's history by a formidable personality. Imran bares his soul whilst recounting the history of Pakistan in light of his own experience. Therefore it makes this book doubly interesting, and truly enlightening, preventing reader fatigue. Imran Khan is fearless in his condemnation of senior politicians and the corruption that has dogged Pakistan since its birth. Past Presidents and Prime Ministers of Pakistan are named and thoroughly shamed. Normally one would want to read what the others have to say, but Imran's assertions seem to be so from the heart that his words are believable. I do feel this is a must-read paperback for all types of Western audience, including those who are not particularly interested in Pakistan, as the book does open people to understand the problems that people in Muslim lands struggle with in their day to day lives. Then of course there is an insight in the book to Imran's early life, his cricketing career, his marriage and above all, his spiritual quest. Thankfully not just about politics and dates! The offering differs from heavy academic discourse that we have become so accustomed to, which plays with Islamism, 9/11 and so forth. This book, I feel, is a great reminder, as it furnishes the reader with reality: that colonial thinking is ever present in modern Muslim and third world societies, even today. Basically the story is simply told and while the writing style may at times seem repetitive, it all links together and the book works. One may philosophize a different solution to the problem of Pakistan (other than Imran's prescription), yet the book remains an outstanding contribution and should be read much more widely. A thoroughly useful piece of writing, well done Imran Khan.