Pakistan, Oct. 6 -- If you are a Pakistani or live in the subcontinent, you will find yourself somewhere in the 19th-Century Lahore when reading the first few pages of Kim. Rudyard Kipling's classic tale about a thirteen-year-old boy takes readers in the era of the British India. Kipling makes his protagonist, Kim, live among people belonging from various cultures and religions. Kipling, however, retains the sanctity of all religions while the readers are taken on a journey with Kim leading the way.

Perhaps, this is the reason why this novel has transcended borders and cultural boundaries. It showcases the evolution of Kim's character as he meets and learns from people that represent the world. The character of Kim becomes even more powe...