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By the author of Destiny Disrupted: An enlightening, lively, accessible, history of Afghanistan from 1840 to today, from the Afghan point of view, that illuminates how Great Power conflicts have interrupted an ongoing, internal struggle to take form as a nation.Five times in the last two centuries, some great power has tried to invade, occupy, or otherwise take control of Afghanistan. And as Tamim Ansary shows in this illuminating history, every intervention has come to grief in much the same way and for much the same reason: The intervening power has failed to understand that Afghanistan has a story of its own, a story that continues to unfold between, and despite, the interventions.Games without Rules tells this story from the inside looking out. Drawing on his Afghan background, Muslim roots, and Western and Afghan sources, Ansary weaves an epic that moves from a universe of village republicsthe old Afghanistanthrough a tumultuous drama of tribes, factions, and forces, to the current struggle.Ansary paints a richly textured portrait of a nation that began to form around the same time as the United States but is still struggling to coalesce; a nation driven by its high ambitions but undermined by its own demons, while every forty to sixty years a great power crashes in and disrupts whatever progress has been made. A compelling narrative told in an accessible, conversational style, Games without Rules offers revelatory insight into a country long at the center of international debate, but never fully understood by the outside world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Games Without Rules'? A: 'Games Without Rules' explores the complex history of Afghanistan from the Afghan perspective, detailing how foreign interventions have failed to understand the country's unique narrative.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Games Without Rules'? A: The book is authored by Tamim Ansary, who draws on his Afghan background and Muslim roots to narrate the history.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide about Afghanistan? A: The book offers insights into Afghanistan's internal struggles, its high ambitions, and the recurring disruptions caused by foreign powers throughout history.
- Q: How many pages does 'Games Without Rules' have? A: 'Games Without Rules' contains 417 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Afghanistan's history.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Games Without Rules' published? A: 'Games Without Rules' was published on March 4, 2014.
- Q: Is there an illustrated edition of the book? A: Yes, 'Games Without Rules' is available in an illustrated edition, enhancing the reading experience with visual elements.
- Q: What audience is 'Games Without Rules' suitable for? A: 'Games Without Rules' is suitable for readers interested in history, politics, and cultural studies, particularly those wanting to understand Afghanistan's unique context.
- Q: Does the book offer a balanced view of Afghanistan's history? A: Yes, the book aims to provide a balanced view by presenting the Afghan perspective on historical events and foreign interventions.
- Q: Can this book be used as an educational resource? A: 'Games Without Rules' can be a valuable educational resource for students and educators looking to understand Afghanistan's history and its relevance in global debates.