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The History of Afghanistan
Meredith L. Runion
Book Code: GR3798
ISBN: 0-313-33798-5
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-33798-7
184 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 10/30/2007
List Price: $45.00 (UK Sterling Price: £25.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Subjects: Reviews:
  • [A] sweeping account of the history of Afghanistan, covering ancient times, to the introduction of Islam, the Mongolian invasion, the Anglo-Afghan Wars, the Soviet invasion, the Taliban, and the contemporary period. The book includes a chronology of main historical events as well as a detailed glossary.
    —Middle East Journal     Summer 2008
  • This volume provides a capsule history of Afghanistan, from the emergence of civilization to the United States overthrow of the Taliban in late 2001. The history is almost entirely political/military in nature, recounting shifting dynasties and governments and successive invasions by empires and great powers. Included alongside the historical narrative are a chronology, brief biographies of notable figures, a glossary of frequently used terms, and a guide to further readings.
    —SciTech Book News     February 2008
Description: After the September 11th attacks on America, many nations became entrenched in the War on Terror. With this escalating conflict came the names of many countries that the American public knew little about. Prior to 9/11, Americans knew Afghanistan simply as a country in the Middle East area. In the aftermath of 9/11, Americans now associate Afghanistan with words like "Al Qaeda" and "the Taliban". Despite the recent press coverage on this land-locked nation, few understand the history of Afghanistan, including the rich cultural aspects, political climate, and society of this country. As the future of Afghanistan is being lived and written right now, a clear understanding of the country's history is imperative in our new global circumstances. Ideal for students and general readers, the History of Afghanistan is part of Greenwood's Histories of Modern Nations series. With nearly forty nation's histories in print, these books provide readers with a concise, up-to-date history of countries throughout the world. Reference features include a biographical section highlighting famous figures in Afghanistan history, a timeline of important historical events, a glossary of terms, and a bibliographical essay with suggestions for further reading.
LC Card Number: 2007026934
LCC Class: DS356
Dewey Class: 958
PDF Catalogs:
Greenwood Spring Reference 2008.pdf
Greenwood School and Public Library Reference Spring 2008.pdf
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