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Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001,New
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the CIA's and other covert agencies' operations in Afghanistan, from the Soviet invasion in 1979 through the summer of 2001, detailing the rise of the Taliban and bin Laden, the secret efforts of the CIA to capture or kill bin Laden since 1998, and their failure to stop bin Laden, al Qaeda, and the events of September 11th.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Ghost Wars'? A: 'Ghost Wars' provides a comprehensive overview of the CIA's operations in Afghanistan, detailing events from the Soviet invasion in 1979 to the summer of 2001, including the rise of the Taliban and bin Laden.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Ghost Wars'? A: The author of 'Ghost Wars' is Coll, Steve, who is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
- Q: How many pages does 'Ghost Wars' have? A: 'Ghost Wars' has a total of 720 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Ghost Wars' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability for readers.
- Q: When was 'Ghost Wars' published? A: 'Ghost Wars' was published on February 23, 2004.
- Q: What notable awards has 'Ghost Wars' received? A: 'Ghost Wars' won the Pulitzer Prize for non-fiction in 2005.
- Q: Is 'Ghost Wars' suitable for readers interested in history? A: 'Ghost Wars' is suitable for readers interested in historical accounts, particularly those focusing on U.S. intelligence and military operations in Afghanistan.
- Q: Does 'Ghost Wars' include firsthand accounts? A: 'Ghost Wars' is based on extensive firsthand accounts, providing an in-depth perspective on the events discussed.
- Q: What time period does 'Ghost Wars' cover? A: 'Ghost Wars' covers the time period from the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979 to just before the September 11th attacks in 2001.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Ghost Wars'? A: 'Ghost Wars' explores themes such as covert operations, the rise of terrorism, and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy in Afghanistan.