Unapologetic is the memoir of Haroon Siddiqui, one of Canada’s most distinguished journalists and longtime voice at the Toronto Star. Born into a Sufi family in Hyderabad under the Nizam’s dominion, Siddiqui's formative years were shaped by the Partition of India and Pakistan and the annexation of Hyderabad — historical ruptures whose echoes he would later encounter while reporting on the War on Terror, Iraq, Afghanistan, and the increasingly fraught debates around Islam in the West. Unapologetic is especially compelling because it is also the story of journalism as lived experience. Siddiqui writes with unusual candour about the intellectual and emotional labour of reporting and opinion writing, the burden of representing a minority identity in public discourse, and the relentless pursuit of precision in language and thought.
Across the memoir, Siddiqui wrestles with questions that remain urgently relevant today: How does a journalist retain moral clarity amid nationalism, war, and identity politics? What does it mean to belong simultaneously to faith, profession, and nation? Written with lucidity, warmth, and intellectual honesty, Unapologetic is not simply the story of a Muslim journalist — it is the story of journalism itself under pressure: rigorous, self-questioning, and unafraid. -- "Unapologetic" is a richly layered, deeply humane memoir. Haroon Siddiqui writes with courage illuminating journalism, identity, faith, and multiculturalism through a life lived with integrity and conviction. ~ Raza Mir, author The truth is always worth reading, especially when it is presented in lovely, crystal-clear prose. ~ Muffakham Jah This wonderfully readable memoir tells the story of a cricket-mad boy from India who became one of Canada’s pre-eminent columnists and public intellectuals. ~ Ramachandra Guha, Historian
About The Author
Haroon Siddiqui is an acclaimed Canadian journalist, author, and public intellectual whose distinguished career has spanned more than five decades. Born in India and later settling in Canada, he became one of the country's most respected voices on politics, multiculturalism, human rights, and international affairs. As the longtime editorial page editor and columnist at the Toronto Star, Siddiqui earned widespread recognition for his insightful commentary, balanced analysis, and unwavering commitment to truth and public service. His writing explores issues of identity, immigration, democracy, faith, and global politics with clarity, compassion, and intellectual rigor. Throughout his career, he has received numerous honors for excellence in journalism and his contributions to Canadian public discourse. Beyond journalism, Siddiqui is the author of several influential books that reflect his deep understanding of history, society, and civic responsibility. His work continues to inspire readers through its thoughtful examination of contemporary issues and its enduring belief in justice, dialogue, and democratic values.
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