HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES: Illuminating Minds on Blue Waters

By Pascal Alan Nazareth

Upon retiring from the Indian Foreign Service in 1994, Ambassador Pascal Alan Nazareth never imagined his post-retirement life would involve lecturing aboard elite cruise ships. Invited to deliver his first lecture in 1995, he embarked on a remarkable journey that spanned 35 lecture cruises, covering regions from Edinburgh to Wellington and Kobe to Rio de Janeiro. Over these voyages, he shared insightful lectures on Asia and Europe with travellers, earning widespread acclaim.

Now, this collection of his 20 most popular lectures is brought to you through this book, offering a unique historical perspective from a seasoned diplomat.

Pascal Alan Nazareth, who joined the IFS in 1959, served in key diplomatic missions in Tokyo, Rangoon, Lima, London, and New York. He was India’s High Commissioner to Ghana and Ambassador to Egypt and Mexico, as well as DG of ICCR. After retiring in 1994, he lectured at top academic institutions globally. He has also authored three books.

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Binding: Hardcover

Publication Date: February 2025