Roe, Andrew M.
Waging War in Waziristan: The British Struggle in the Land of Bin Laden, 1849-1947
- ISBN 13:
- 9780700616992
- author:
- Roe, Andrew M.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University Press of Kansas
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 313
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 16 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- Asia - Pakistan
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Waging War in Waziristan: The British Struggle in the Land of Bin Laden, 1849-1947 by Andrew M. Roe is a detailed account of the complex history of this remote region in Pakistan. The area's unique blend of tribal culture and geography has made it a powder keg of tension, with the Taliban drawing on its rugged landscape as a refuge. The British struggled to contain this volatile region, employing a combination of incentives and force to subdue the tribes. Roe, who brings valuable on-the-ground experience to his analysis, explains how the British sought to counter Russian expansionism in Central Asia and how they pursued a policy of containment rather than control. Roe's insights offer new perspectives on why Osama bin Laden chose Waziristan as a hiding place, and how the region's history can inform modern-day policymakers and military commanders. With its unique blend of historical analysis and practical advice, this book provides a nuanced understanding of one of the most contentious regions in the world.
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