Conquering Afghanistan is a mirage. (p 376). This book by Farrukh Husain (published in 2018) could not have been more accurate with the dramatic collapse…
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Excellent memoir — The Campaign in Afghanistan
This book covers more than its title suggests. Greenwood begins with his childhood, his journey to India, his experience with the British revenge army with…
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Books on Afghanistan
There are 2 passes from British India’s North West Frontier into Afghanistan. The more famous and shorter pass is the Khyber Pass from Peshawer to…
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History well told — Return of a King: The Battle for Afghanistan
William Dalrymple started off as a writer of travel books. He then branched off into Indian history after a trip to India aroused his senses…
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