The book also covers the period of Yahya Khan's rule, which began in 1966. Khan argues that Yahya's regime was marked by significant challenges, including the country's involvement in the Bangladesh Liberation War. The war resulted in the secession of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and had a profound impact on Pakistan's politics and economy.
Khan's book covers the period of Zia-ul-Haq's rule, which began in 1977. Zia's regime was characterized by martial law, Islamization, and a significant degree of authoritarianism. Khan argues that Zia's regime had a profound impact on Pakistan's politics, economy, and society.
The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Zulfikar Ali Bhutto era, which began in 1972. Khan argues that Bhutto's regime was characterized by significant reforms, including the nationalization of industries and the introduction of a new constitution. However, the period was also marked by authoritarianism and human rights abuses.