Yadain Unki, Batain Hamari (Vol II)
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Author: Professor Khurshid Ahmad
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About the Book
This book is a collection of Professor Khurshid Ahmad’s spontaneous writings, largely composed on the passing of companions who shared with him a common aspiration and struggle to build the beloved homeland of Pakistan in accordance with its foundational objectives. The sense of religious brotherhood and affection that emerges from this unity of purpose is repeatedly reflected throughout these writings.
These pieces are not merely personal reminiscences or biographical sketches. Despite their brevity, they encapsulate nearly three decades of national and movement-oriented life. From Pakistan’s constitutional struggle and the development of democratic traditions, civic freedoms, and the Islamic framing of laws, to matters of internal affairs, defense strategy, and foreign policy, these reflections capture ideologically grounded and intellectually coherent struggles across multiple dimensions of national politics. As such, they serve not only as guiding markers for those engaged in this path but also as a valuable documentary resource for readers interested in the country’s national and collective history.
Through the narration of personal connections formed during student life and relationships spanning several decades, multiple facets of Professor Khurshid Ahmad’s own personality, thought, and praxis come into sharp relief. Most notable among these is his distinctive style of writing about individuals and events. He consistently acknowledges the virtues of others with respect and affection, anchoring his portrayal in a shared sense of purpose that formed the basis of association and commitment among these diverse personalities.
