Shackle, Samira
Karachi Vice: Life and Death in a Contested City
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783785407
- author:
- Shackle, Samira
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Granta Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Travel, Asia, India & South Asia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Karachi Vice: Life and Death in a Contested City In this powerful debut, Samira Shackle delves into the complexities of Pakistan's largest city, where the lines between idealism and corruption can quickly blur. With the help of a handful of Karachiites, including an ambulance driver, an activist, and a journalist, Shackle explores the city's inner workings, revealing a society where lavish wealth and absolute poverty coexist. The result is a gripping portrait of a city where having the right connections can be a matter of life and death. Shackle's insider's perspective offers a unique glimpse into the daily struggles and dangers faced by those living in Karachi, a city of 20 million people where power is wielded with brutal force. Through her story, Shackle sheds light on the intricate web of relationships and alliances that shape the city's politics and social landscape. A gripping and thought-provoking read, Karachi Vice is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the complexities of urban life in the Asia-Pacific region.
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