I've been reading this book with great interest lately. It's very well written and explains Pakistan's history and culture from a perspective of ordinary people in a way that is very informative and entertaining.
I haven't really read that many non fictitious books about people living in distant cultures (I'm European). Could anyone recommend me some similar books? I'm mainly interested in books that take place in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh or Nepal, but similar books that take place in any Southeast Asian countries are appreciated.