Pratibasi Prabase

• Author: Ashokchandra Sen (অশোকচন্দ্র সেন)
• Genre: Atmajibani - Jibani - Smritikatha (Autobiography - Biography - Memoir)
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789350403716
• Pages: 236
• Weight: 372 grams

About the Book

🌍 Pratibasi Prabase: Middle Eastern Diary is a captivating memoir and historical narrative of the Middle East, written by a seasoned economist and bureaucrat.

🔹 Key Highlights:

• Chronicles the author’s life as an expatriate in various Middle Eastern countries.
• Provides an insightful historical and cultural overview of the Middle East.
• Explores the rise and fall of ancient civilizations—Sumerians in Iraq, Pharaohs in Egypt, and the Achaemenid Empire in Iran.
• Discusses crucial topics like:
  • The spread of Arabic language and Islam.
  • The creation of Israel and the Palestine conflict.
  • The economic transformation of Saudi Arabia through petroleum discovery.
• Analyzes the relationship between the Middle East and India as well as its connections with the Western world.
• Enriched with firsthand experiences and deep historical knowledge, making it a valuable resource for history and geopolitics enthusiasts.

📖 A must-read for those interested in the socio-political and historical evolution of the Middle East.

About the Author

✍️ Ashokchandra Sen is a distinguished scholar, economist, and former bureaucrat with vast international experience.

• Studied at Presidency College and the University of Calcutta, excelling in Science and Economics.
• Awarded a Ford Foundation Senior Fellowship, allowing him to study at:
  • London School of Economics (LSE)
  • Cornell University, USA
  • University of Pittsburgh, USA
• Served as Associate Professor of Economics at Presidency College.
• Joined the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and served in Punjab.
• Held key positions in the Government of India, eventually becoming a Central Secretary.
• Worked as an Advisor to the Government of Oman and a Financial Consultant to the UAE Government.
• A seasoned columnist, contributing to The Indian Express and other reputed publications.

📝 A compelling memoir blending personal experiences with a rich historical and political analysis of the Middle East.