Table of Contents

Maps vii Acknowledgements ix Preface xi Chapter 1: Introducing Kashmir 1 Chapter 2: Independence 27 Chapter 3: Accession 49 Chapter 4: Special Status? 73 Chapter 5: Diplomacy and War 99 Chapter 6: Bravado and Despair 127 Chapter 7: Vale of Tears 143 Chapter 8: Hearts and Minds 163 Chapter 9: Conflict or Consensus? 189 Chapter 10: New Century, New Vision? 225 Glossary 247 Notes 249 Bibliography & Sources 277 Index 287

About the Author

Victoria Schofield is a writer and broadcaster. She is the author of: The United Nations; Every Rock, Every Hill; The North-West Frontier & Afghanistan; Bhutto: Trial and Execution.

Reviews

"Schofield succeeds admirably by keeping the plight of ordinary Kashmiris to the fore. Her account of a decade-long, still unfinished insurgency is scrupulous". -The Independent "this is one of the most articulately presented and balanced studies of the region and its politics that one has had the pleasure to pick up and read in recent times". -Sayved Nadeem Kazmi, Dialogue 6/2000 'Ms. Schofield, with many years' experience of the region, is a reliable guide through the multiplicity of geographical, historical, cultural, social and international factors... As a journalist by background, she is able to bring the analysis to life... Anyone concerned with the future of South Asia will find that Ms. Schofield's book will enrich their understanding of what is at stake.' -Andrew Hall, Asian Affairs (2001) "Schofield has written a brilliant book that will stand as an authoritative source of insight" -Tor H. Aase, Center for Mountain Studies