Afghanistan at War: From the 18th-Century Durrani Dynasty to the 21st Century

Nonfiction, History, Middle East, Military
Cover of the book Afghanistan at War: From the 18th-Century Durrani Dynasty to the 21st Century by , ABC-CLIO
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781598847604
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: February 16, 2017
Imprint: ABC-CLIO Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781598847604
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: February 16, 2017
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Language: English

Covering wars and conflicts of Afghanistan from the modern founding of the country in the 1700s to the contemporary struggle with the Taliban, this single-volume reference analyzes the causes and results of Afghanistan's wars and examines leading political and military figures, weapons, and tactics.

• Provides readers with a thorough background on the wars of Afghanistan that allows them to understand the influence of past conflicts on current strife

• Enables a more complete appreciation of the ethnic and religious complexities that fuel the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan

• Examines how past Afghan conflicts contributed to the rise of terrorism and figures such as Osama bin Laden

• Presents an accessible explanation of the "Great Game" for power and influence by imperial Russia and Great Britain in the 1800s and the impact of this contest on Afghanistan

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Covering wars and conflicts of Afghanistan from the modern founding of the country in the 1700s to the contemporary struggle with the Taliban, this single-volume reference analyzes the causes and results of Afghanistan's wars and examines leading political and military figures, weapons, and tactics.

• Provides readers with a thorough background on the wars of Afghanistan that allows them to understand the influence of past conflicts on current strife

• Enables a more complete appreciation of the ethnic and religious complexities that fuel the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan

• Examines how past Afghan conflicts contributed to the rise of terrorism and figures such as Osama bin Laden

• Presents an accessible explanation of the "Great Game" for power and influence by imperial Russia and Great Britain in the 1800s and the impact of this contest on Afghanistan

More books from ABC-CLIO

Cover of the book Demonizing a President: The "Foreignization" of Barack Obama by
Cover of the book Poverty and the Poor in the World's Religious Traditions: Religious Responses to the Problem of Poverty by
Cover of the book The History of India by
Cover of the book Contemporary Supreme Court Cases: Landmark Decisions since Roe v. Wade, 2nd Edition [2 volumes] by
Cover of the book Engaging Teens with Story: How to Inspire and Educate Youth with Storytelling by
Cover of the book The Words and Music of Brian Wilson by
Cover of the book Financial Literacy for Millennials: A Practical Guide to Managing Your Financial Life for Teens, College Students, and Young Adults by
Cover of the book Integrating Children's LIterature through the Common Core State Standards by
Cover of the book Waking to Danger: Americans and Nazi Germany, 1933-1941 by
Cover of the book eBooked! Integrating Free Online Book Sites into Your Library Collection by
Cover of the book When the ADHD Diagnosis is Wrong: Understanding Other Factors That Affect Attention in Children by
Cover of the book Conventional and Unconventional War: A History of Conflict in the Modern World by
Cover of the book Handmade Tales 2: More Stories to Make and Take by
Cover of the book Emotional Overeating: Know the Triggers, Heal Your Mind, and Never Diet Again by
Cover of the book Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Your Questions Answered by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy