Husain Haqqani

Magnificent Delusions

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ISBN 13:
9781610394734
author:
Husain Haqqani
format:
Paperback
publisher:
PublicAffairs
language:
English
Publication Year:
2015
Pages:
432
Dimensions:
20.3 x 13.7 x 3 cm
Genre:
History, Countries & Regions, Asia
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£12.95

Description

The relationship between America and Pakistan has long been marked by mutual incomprehension. For Americans, Pakistan's trajectory has shifted from being seen as an obscure ally to a vital military partner, and now a source of national security concern. In Pakistani eyes, the United States has oscillated between offering guarantees of security and imposing distant criticism. The conventional narrative about the war in Afghanistan is often told as a story of Soviet invasion in 1979, with President Jimmy Carter's authorization for covert support to the mujahedeen seen as a pivotal moment. However, this account overlooks the role of General Zia-ul-Haq's regional power play. Husain Haqqani, who has lived through these events and held key positions in both countries, offers a unique insight into the complex history of their relationship. Haqqani's memoir provides a nuanced exploration of the diplomatic love affair between America and Pakistan, revealing the often-absurd and sometimes tragic consequences of their interactions.

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