The Fragmentation of Afghanistan: State Formation and Collapse in the International System, Second Edition
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Book Synopsis: This monumental book examines Afghan society in conflict, from the 1978 communist coup to the fall of Najibullah, the last Soviet-installed president, in 1992. This edition, newly revised by the author, reflects developments since then and includes material on the Taliban and Osama bin Laden. It is a book that now seems remarkably prescient. Drawing on two decades of research, Barnett R. Rubin, a leading expert on Afghanistan, provides a fascinating account of the nature of the old regime, the rise and fall of the People’s Democratic Party of Afghanistan, and the troubled Mujahidin resistance. He relates all these phenomena to international actors, showing how the interaction of U.S. policy and Pakistani and Saudi Arabian interests has helped to create the challenges of today. Rubin puts into context the continuing turmoil in Afghanistan and offers readers a coherent historical explanation for the country’s social and political fragmentation.
Praise for the earlier edition: “This study is theoretically informed, empirically grounded, and gracefully written. Anyone who wants to understand Afghanistan’s troubled history and the reasons for its present distress should read this book.” —Foreign Affairs
“This is the book on Afghanistan for the educated public.” —Political Science Quarterly
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Are you interested in understanding the complexities of Afghanistan's troubled history and its present challenges? Look no further - "The Fragmentation of Afghanistan: State Formation and Collapse in the International System, Second Edition" is the book you need. This remarkable publication, newly revised by the author, Barnett R. Rubin, delves into Afghan society in conflict from 1978 to 1992, offering a comprehensive analysis of the old regime, the rise and fall of the People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan, and the troubled Mujahidin resistance.
What makes this book even more essential is its relevance to contemporary events. Rubin's insightful examination includes material on the Taliban and Osama bin Laden, making it uncannily prescient. This second edition, updated to reflect recent developments, places the continuing turmoil in Afghanistan into context, providing readers with a coherent historical explanation for the country's social and political fragmentation.
Praised for its thorough research and graceful writing, this book has garnered acclaim from both scholars and critics alike. Foreign Affairs noted that it is "the book on Afghanistan for the educated public," while Political Science Quarterly hailed it as a must-read. Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of Afghanistan's history as you navigate through its present.
Harness the knowledge within "The Fragmentation of Afghanistan: State Formation and Collapse in the International System, Second Edition" to grasp the challenges faced by this extraordinary nation. Get your copy today and embark on a journey of enlightenment.
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