Here is one of the most articulate and well informed of Kashmiris giving voice to how Kashmiris feel and what its like to live in a pressure cooker. Andrew Whitehead former editor BBC World Service author and historian This is one of the most informative and stimulating books that I have ever read about Kashmir. Christopher Snedden noted historian and author Blending analyses with anecdotes Kashmir Rage and Reason is the Valleys newage writing which traces in lucid language the regions tortured history the many facets of Kashmiri nationalism and the betrayals. The author has woven together his anecdotes and peoples narratives from ground zero to give us the real picture in all its starkness minus any journalistic dressing. Written by one of the most eminent and respected journalists from Kashmir. The narrative draws on the many interviews the author has covered and his personal anecdotes. Solid analysis combined with great storytelling. A brave new book on the Kashmir issue from someone who has himself lived the tragedy of Kashmir.