The Fourth Estate and Bangladesh’s Liberation Struggle
The Role of Local English Newspapers, 1947-71
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The Fourth Estate and Bangladesh's Liberation Struggle: The Role of Local English Newspapers, 1947-71 is a meticulously researched book that explores the pivotal role of newspapers in shaping the sociopolitical landscape of Bangladesh from 1947 to 1971. Tracing the press's struggling journey from colonial times, this book underscores the press's contribution throughout the pivotal events leading to the Liberation War of Bangladesh. From early press developments in the then East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) to the critical period spanning over decades, the book offers a comprehensive look at how newspapers, like Morning News and Pakistan Observer, reflected and shaped public opinion while fostering Bengali nationalism. Reflecting on a critical time retrospectively, with the help of credible materials from that period, this book provides valuable insights into the press's influence amid censorship, political unrest, and the fight for freedom in Bangladesh.
Shibli Ahmed Khan
Shibli Ahmed Khan is a Professor in the Department of Management at the American International University-Bangladesh. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in the US. Later he got double masters degrees in Humanities and English Literature from the University of Houston and a PhD in history from Jahangirnagar University. His multidisciplinary academic foundation spanning literature, humanities, and history allows him to successfully infuse interdisciplinary academic knowledge in both teaching and writing. He teaches business communication and history courses. He is a freelance writer and a dedicated collector of rare newspapers, stamps, banknotes, and coins. He is a life member of the Bangladesh Itihash Parishad and Bangladesh English Language Teachers' Association.
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