Jack Fairweather
The Good War: Why We Couldn't Win the War or the Peace in Afghanistan
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099578772
- author:
- Jack Fairweather
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 3.3 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Asia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Good War: Why We Couldn't Win the War or the Peace in Afghanistan by Jack Fairweather. In 2001, the American-led invasion of Afghanistan was hailed as a triumph, but it has since become one of the longest and most expensive wars in recent history. The story of how this conflict went so wrong is a complex one, driven by both righteous intentions and hubris. This narrative history, drawing on hundreds of interviews, previously unpublished archives, and months of experience living and reporting in Afghanistan, provides a detailed account of the war's course from 9/11 to its 2014 withdrawal. The author argues that the West's strategy in Afghanistan was flawed due to its failure to accept the limitations of the country. By understanding these limitations - including the presence of the Taliban, poppy production, and the country's unsuitability for rapid development - it may be possible to restore peace in this shattered land. This book offers a sobering reminder of the limits of military power and a timely lesson in the perils of nation-building. Through its exploration of the war's complexities, The Good War provides valuable insights into how the US and its British allies might have salvaged the Afghan campaign - and what lessons can be applied to future conflicts.
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