Ziauddin Sardar

Ziauddin Sardar is a British-Pakistani writer, scholar, futurist, cultural critic, and public intellectual known for his work on Muslim thought, science, and futures studies. Born in Dipalpur, Pakistan, in 1951, he immigrated to Britain as a child, grew up in East London, and has authored over 60 books including Desperately Seeking Paradise and Why Do People Hate America?. He has held positions such as Professor of Law and Society at Middlesex University, editor of Critical Muslim, and director of futures studies centers.