Freedom of the Press: The War on Words (1977–1978)

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DescriptionAn English translation of the Urdu book Sab Sai Bari Jang, this is an honest, accurate, and concise account of the days of turmoil and struggle when President General Zia ul-Haq had enacted a series of draconian laws in order to suppress freedom of expression and free press. They left an indelible mark on the history of the press in Pakistan. The struggle of some journalists against repressive rule has contributed in revamping the overall nature of movements for the freedom of expression, free media, and a free press in Pakistan. This book can be regarded as a vital historical account for future generations enabling them to learn from the heroic struggles of people of conscience who employed the power of their pens to combat the forces of oppression.Table of ContentsPrefaceForeword I by Wahab SiddiquiForeword II by Iqbal KhursheedPart OneBeginning of the AffairPreparations for the StruggleThe Government’s StubbornnessThe Final FrontPart TwoAurangzeb: 1. 1978 Freedom of the Press MovementMasood Qamar: 2. Stories of TortureFrom Lyallpur to Landhi JaiFarhad Zaidi: 3. Prison Diaries What Confinement? What Freedom?Aslam Shaikh: 4. The Prison Door OpenedAli Ahmed Khan: 5. The Saga of StruggleZafar Qureshi: 6. Prison DiaryShabbar Azmi: 7. Reminiscences of 1977-8 Freedom of the Press MovementAuthor BiographyAhfaz ur Rehman is a senior Pakistani journalist, activist, writer, and poet. Rehman has fought for freedom of the press and for the rights of journalists and others working in media throughout his career. He has authored several books.Journalist and translator Imtiaz Piracha has written articles in English and Urdu dailies. He has worked in Qatar with MEBS International and has monitored and translated news and current affairs broadcasts.
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