Shehzad Ghias, one of Pakistan’s leading podcasters and a sharp, influential voice in the country’s intellectual landscape, has launched his new book, Pakistan Lost: Ideas on the Idea of Pakistan.
Known for his celebrated podcast “The Pakistan Experience” and his fearless commentary, Ghias now brings his vision to print, examining the very foundations of the state and questioning long-standing assumptions about Pakistan’s identity.
In Pakistan Lost, Ghias combines extensive research with accessible storytelling to unpack issues that have shaped the country since its inception.
The book explores the federalist roots of the Lahore Resolution, the persistent challenges of minority rights, the politics of language, the imbalance of civil–military relations, constitutional breakdowns, and the rise of populism.
Written with clarity and conviction, the book urges Pakistan to engage in honest reflection and embrace a more inclusive national consensus.The book has already garnered praise from leading thinkers.
Professor Waseem describes it as “a brilliant exposé of an analytical mind.” Dr. Pervez Hoodbhoy commends Ghias for “asking the hard questions” on religion, diversity, and democracy. Nadeem Farooq Paracha calls it “a pithy and precise study filled with refreshing insights and urgent truths.”
Together, these voices highlight the book’s importance as both an intellectual contribution and a call to action.Pakistan Lost: Ideas on the Idea of Pakistan is not just a book, it is a timely and necessary conversation starter.
By interrogating the past and re-imagining the future, Shehzad Ghias cements his place as one of Pakistan’s most important thought leaders.Readers can now pre-order his iconic book, Pakistan Lost: Ideas on the Idea of Pakistan on Liberty Books