Afghanistan (Oxfam Country Profiles Series) [Paperback]

Chris Johnson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 085598385X | ISBN-13: 978-0855983857 | Publication Date: December 1, 1998

An examination of the history of war in Afghanistan, showing how the armed resistance has affected the lives of ordinary people. It gives examples of how people are rebuilding their lives and are maintaining the bonds of family and tradition, despite the suffering and poverty. Because of its strategic position, Afghanistan became a setting for a "proxy war" between Russia and the Western powers during the 1980s. Since the withdrawal of Russian troups in 1989, and a consequent loss of interest on the part of Western countries, Afghanistan has seen the rise of local militia leaders, a slow disintegration of central government and a descent into anarchy. More recently the Taliban, a strict and dogmatic Islamic force, have extended their power over most of the country. Chris Johnson is author of "Women on the Frontline".

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An indispensable book for anyone wishing to gain an understanding of what has been done in and to Afghanistan in the last 30 years."--Asian Affairs, November 2005

''A vivid, intelligent journey through post 9/11 Afghanistan and the wider region ...This is a deeply sincere and intelligent book in which the voices of ordinary Afghans describe their past and their future. The most powerful book on post 9/11 Afghanistan that you will be likely to read.''--Ahmed Rashid, author

"A devastating critique of US and UN post-conflict policies in Afghanistan"--Andrew Mack, The Liu Centre, University of British Columbia in Vancouver

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Chris Johnson lived in Afghanistan from 1996 to 2004. She first worked for Oxfam, then set up a joint UN/NGO/donor research unit, the Afghanistan research and Evaluation Unit, where she worked until early 2002. She then undertook a wide range of consultancy work for different organizations concerned with the transition. She now works for the United Nations Mission in Sudan.

Jolyon Leslie is an architect who has lived and worked in Afghanistan since 1989. He currently manages an urban conservation program in Kabul and Herat.

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Oxfam Professional (December 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 085598385X
• ISBN-13: 978-0855983857
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,910,940 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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