Product Description
An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Afghanistan. ... Read more

Product Description
This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. As a crossroads between western and eastern cultures, Afghanistan is a living museum of ancient civilisations. Children will learn about Islam and its celebrations, the arts, pastimes, and languages of the Afghans through beautiful photographs and clear, concise text. The topics include: Islam; Ramadan and Eids; Nauroz and other festivals; song and dance; buzkashi, kite flying, and other games; art, architecture, and artefacts; carpet weaving and folk arts; languages, poetry, and stories; and folktale. ... Read more

Product Description

Afghanistan has been at the crossroads of many cultures and civilizations, occupying a unique place in the cultural geography of Central Asia. Invading tribes and armies passed through ancient Afghanistan and left their imprint on the culture, customs, and way of life there. In recent history, Afghanistan has been the focus of international attention since the Soviet invasion and occupation of 1979-1989, the brutal civil war that ensued, and the subsequent U.S. invasion to topple the Taliban regime. As the country struggles to stabilize and rebuild, this volume is the first to reveal the people and ways of life that have been in flux for so long.

Emadi brings an insider's knowledge and authority to the accessible narrative. Students and general readers will find a clear explanation of the land, people, economy, social stratification, and history as context for the chapters that follow. In the chapter on Religion and Religious Thought, the predominant Islamic religion is largely intertwined with political events that have brought Afghanistan such attention. The lesser-known literature and the arts are brought to light next. A strong Architecture, Housing, and Settlements chapter highlights many styles unfamiliar to most Westerners. Coverage of Afghan cooking and cuisine brings a more intimate understanding of the culture. The chapter on Family, Women, and Gender will draw readers in with its survey of how the family works, what is expected of women, and what courtship, marriage, childrearing, and education are like today. A standout of the Festivals and Leisure Activities chapter is the vivid rendering of the sport called Buzkashi, where men on horseback vie to move an animal carcass across a field to a goal. A final chapter on Lifestyles, Media, and Education describes the urban vs. rural lifestyles, the state of communications, and the prospects for schooling post Taliban. A country map, glossary, resource guide, and photos complement the text.

Customer Reviews (1)

A Friend Betrayed
It is now at least two decades since the corrupt Reagan regime first stirred up the war in Afghanistan. American politics (too complicated to explain in this brief review) succeeded then in involving the Soviet army in a war on the Afhanistan front. Despite the dubious causes of this war, the Afghanis proved loyal allies to the Americans and even inspired material for dreadful propaganda films of the time like 'Rocky'.
However, all of a sudden, the brave and friendly Afghanis seem to have become the evil enemies of America. It is unlikely that the people of Afghanistan have changed so radically; what has changed once again has been American interest. Despite these years of turmoil, the Afghani people have remained true to their rich body of traditions and customs. At last through these customs, the reader can get a true glimpse of the real Afhani people - not some negative stereotype from the mass media.
This delightful work explores many aspects of the culture of Afghanistan. Apart from the history and literature, one can gain valuable insight into life cycle customs as well as muslim festivals and even children's games, etc. The interesting text is supplemented with a full glossary of Pushtu (and Arabic) vocabulary, a bibliography and an index.
On the subject of birth customs it is interesting to learn that some tribes have the tradition to fire shots joyously in celebration when a child is born (p. 177). It is advisable for those occupying Afghanistan to be informed about such customs. Due to ignorance so many poor Iraqis have been killed in similar circumstances simply because they were firing shots at a wedding - a custom also seen in the Cretan 'balothies'. Moreover, if the average occupier were to read this totally unbiased work, then he would be able to begin to understand and respect the people he is purported to help. The Afghani people are not backward savages but holders of a very rich tradition and culture! This is evident from all the pages of this book.
It is sad that the same mistake in Iraq was repeated in Afghanistan. America imposed the Saddam Hussein dictatorship on the Iraqi people, taking advantage of his support against Iran. Yet when he had outlived his usefulness, not only he but also his peole became expendable. Just as the majority of Iraqis did not want their American-imposed dictator, so many Afghanis do not want the Taliban government. However, since the former American support, the Talibans have already become an established force. Despite their fanaticism, many brought up to this tradition are very sincere. Moreover, one must not equate the Talibans with all Afhganis. In a recent news report, one Afghani was quoted as saying that he feared the Taliban - yet he feared the Americans more! Extreme examples of the way in which women are treated under the Taliban regime should not be seen as representative of the way in which the woman is perceived in the country as a whole. In Afghanistan the woman has a valued role - as can be seen in the excellent sections of wedding customs, birth and family life. Perhaps the average Afghani girl (protected by the strong institution of a close family who love her) sometimes has better prospects for happiness than a western woman who is free to enter relationships with men who might use and betray her. While westerners so often shut their old people away in homes, in Afghanistan the family is still very important. United they help one another and, despite propaganda about opium-cultivation, etc., they shelter their children from drugs, promiscuous behaviour and other threats that 'democracy' brings. If one is prepared to learn about the Afghanis with an open mind, then this noble race have a lot to teach all of us!
Although Mr. Obama will bring many positive changes in America and the world, I am rather apprehensive of his policy in Afghanistan. Instead of planning a complete withdrawal as he has for Iraq, he has announced his intention to increase American presence there. Haven't the Afghani people suffered enough? Why aren't they given the chance to live in peace? If anyone reads this book, one thing is evident: the Afghani people are not warlike barbarians;they are a proud and hospitable people trying to hold on to their fascinating culture. ... Read more

Product Description
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of this country on the crossroads between Europe and the Far East. ... Read more

Product Description
This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. Centuries of invasion through its mountain passes have created a host of different ethnic groups in Afghanistan. From mountain villages and nomadic lifestyles to desert and city living, Afghans are tied to one another through their belief in Islam and struggle for survival. Special spreads include information on women and girls, Islam, and the most recent war in Afghanistan. The topics include: early history and invaders; arrival of Islam; road to independence; Soviet wars and the War on Terrorism; Pashtuns and other ethnic groups; nomadic and village lifestyles; family celebrations; women and girls; clothing and food; and returning to school. ... Read more

Product Description
This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. From the dominating Hindu Kush mountain range to the desolate "desert of death", Afghanistan's many ethnic groups have made their home in this country's rugged terrain. Beautiful, full-colour photographs and simple text show children the awe-inspiring landscape, lifestyles of the people, and the hardships of a remarkable country trying to bring stability to its nation. The topics include: Hindu Kush and other mountains; rivers and irrigation; deserts; people of Afghanistan; struggle for peace; landmines; cities and ruins; farming and herding; and wildlife. ... Read more

Product Description
Much has happened since this book first appeared, almost allof it horrific for Afghanistan. The past quarter century devastated this country more than any other on earth. No country in all history has proven more resilient. No people alive today are more worthy of admiration, respect, andsupport. Now available from Waveland Press as an updated Second Edition, Buzkashi: Game and Power in Afghanistan is not only the first full-scale anthropological examination of a single sport, but also a beautifully written case study about a place and a people that have been largely ignored in the social science literature. Buzkashi, perhaps the wildest game in the world and a vivid feature of Afghan life, entails the aggressive struggle of hundreds of horsemen over a mutilated calf carcass. Shortly after the first appearance of Azoy's book, the world press came to use the actual play of buzkashi in print as a metaphor for Afghan politics. Azoy's incisive analysis of Afghan political dynamics demonstrates how play and politics, ordinarily perceived as separate activities, can interpenetrate one another. Sadly but truly, buzkashi continues to prove itself to be an apt metaphor for ongoing Afghan political control and chaos. The Waveland edition includes two new chapters: "For Real(1978 2002)," which describes buzkashi as played over the past twenty years in new places by new people, and a chapter serving as a personal tribute to the author's friend and field informant. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Powerful and Vivid
Azoy describes a fascinating relationship between Afghanistan's "national sport" and its political evolution.Witty and genuine, his firsthand accounts of traditional Afghan notions of power, status and honor give the book a unique flavour.Buzkashi is short, but informative.Easy to read and enjoy, it made me want to ride like the wind, dead goat in hand, to victory and glory! ... Read more

Product Description
This the first critical biography of Zahîr al-Dîn Muhammad Bâbur, the founder of one of the great premodern Islamic empires, the Timurid-Mughul empire of India. It contains an original evaluation of his life and writings as well as fresh insights into both the nature of empire building and the character of the Timurid-Mughul state.

Based upon recently published critical editions of Bâbur's autobiography and poetry, the book examines Bâbur's life from the time he inherited his father's authority in the Ferghanah valley, east of Samarqand, in 1494, until his death in Agra, India in 1530. The book is written in an alternating series of thematic and narrative chapters. The thematic or analytical chapters examine his major writings, discuss his cultural personality and his reaction to Indian culture, while the narrative chapters relate the story of his life while critically commenting on his autobiographical intent.

The book contributes to the history of the Timurid period, the study of early modern Islamic empires and the nature of autobiographical literature in Islamic and Asian societies. It is illustrated with fifteen colour plates and four maps. ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Commonweal, published by Thomson Gale on March 23, 2007. The length of the article is 3353 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: The two Afghanistans: a veiled culture adapts to modernity.
Author: Joel Hafvenstein
Publication: Commonweal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 23, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 134Issue: 6Page: 10(4)

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

First-rate treatment recently republished
Azoy's book is an essential key to understanding the social and political underpinnings of events that have drawn our own country--and much of the world--into a conflict we are ill-equipped to manage. Readers may wish to locate the 2003 Second (updated) Edition published by Waveland Press (www.waveland.com), ISBN 1-57766-238-5, which includes an additional chapter covering 1978-2002, as well as an epilogue. Strongly recommended.

Excellent ethnography of a Central Asian game
The question is "can two large mobs of men on horseback fighting over a dead calf be considered a significant cultural event" ?The answer, after reading Azoy's book,is definitely "yes". Azoy lived andresearched in Afghanistan during the 1970s, just before that country'sagony of civil war excluded foreign scholars (and almost everyone else) forgood.He was attracted to the ancient game of buzkashi as a metaphor forthe "inner nature of Afghans" as suggested by Afghanacquaintances of his.The resulting study is a most excellent portrait ofsocial and political competition taking dramatic form on a playing field. Though Azoy refers to Geertz only once in his book (p.15), the whole studycan be read as a companion volume to Geertz' famous article on the Balinesecockfight.Buzkashi can be seen as a kind of text in which the Afghans aresaying something about themselves TO themselves.While everything seemedpolite and restrained on the surface in Afghan society, there was aviolent, chaotic underpinning that became evident in buzkashi matches.AsAzoy says, "With the coup of April, 1978, the largest buzkashi of allbegins".It has not yet ended.For an interesting, well-writtenethnography that can be extremely useful in teaching anthropology---drawscomparisons to bullfights, American or Australian football, etc.---not tomention it being a book that gives an insight into Afghan society andpolitics like few others, you could do far worse than read BUZKASHI: GAMEAND POWER IN AFGHANISTAN. ... Read more

Product Description
What George W. Bush called the "first war of the twenty-first century" actually began more than 2,300 years ago when Alexander the Great led his army into what is now a sprawling ruin in northern Afghanistan. Accounts of Alexander's invasion of ancient Bactria read eerily like news from our own day. In this vivid, meticulously researched, and elegantly narrated book, Frank L. Holt follows Alexander's historical, archaeological, and numismatic legacy back and forth between ancient Bactria and modern Afghanistan. Recounting the plight of the most powerful leader of the time as he led the most sophisticated army of its day into the treacherous world of tribal warlords, Holt describes those grueling campaigns and the impact they had on Alexander, his generals, their troops, and the world. Into the Land of Bones also examines the conflict from the point of view of the local warlords who pushed the invading Greeks to the limits of their endurance--and sometimes beyond, into mania and mutiny. The lively narrative situates the current war in Afghanistan in a broader historical perspective.
Holt explains how the three modern superpowers that have invaded Afghanistan--Britain in the nineteenth century, the Soviets in the twentieth, and the United States in the twenty-first--are continuing the struggle that Alexander began centuries ago. That this legacy continues to play itself out today is a testament to the timeliness of Holt's fascinating and original account. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (13)

Good Read
I love history but I hate reading all the dry material. I want to learn and be entertained at the same time. I also don't like the material to be so above my head that I have no idea what is going on the book. This book is great if you are like me and have trouble focusing reading, it manages to keep your attention. It also goes into great detail and makes you feel like you could possibly know Alexander and Afghan people.

Bush's Fault
Alexander had more troubles in Bactria than in any other part of his empire. Most people who have a reasonable knowledge about his life will recognize this. He couldn't soulve his problems there with a single battle or siege, so he had a series of skirmishes, ambushes to finaly "pacify" the country.

But the author's necessity to present his case against George Bush is so strong that he deliberately paints the war as hopeless from the beginning. But the truth that anyone can grasp from the book is that: Alexander remained in Bactria for just one year, and that was enough. An army of greek veterans (actually, soldiers old enough to be relieved from the main army) which represented only a small fraction of the macedonian army was able not only to control the country for 200 years, but to spend most of this time fighting against each other since other threats were not present.

A Great Title!
For those who enjoy popular history, "Into the Land of Bones" presents a good fast-paced read. Certainly, the author's thesis that the military protagonists of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries--the British, the Russians, and the United States--have not learned the lessons of history that Afghanistan [Alexander's Bactria and the Hindu Khush] ought to have taught them is undeniable. And Alexander's exploits are always compelling, especially the accounts of his deteriorating relations with his army in the unforgiving land that is today's Afghanistan.

Unfortunately, however, this is Alexander-Lite. Other than his primary thesis on the Afghan quagmire, if one might use the term, the author does not delve deeply into the issues. Relying on tendentious evidence, he presumes to enter the mind, for instance, of Roxane, who "may have wished to remain anonymous married quietly to a local villager" [91]. Mercifully, he does not probe the psyche of Thalestris, Queen of the Amazons, who wanted to have Alexander's baby! It is difficult to take such speculations seriously.

On a more serious note, the author omits any discussion of the major problem confronting scholars when evaluating the evidence for Alexander the Great: that the primary sources, which he does cite, are actually secondary sources, who are relying on lost eye-witness accounts, many of which had their own agendas. The author's splendid title, which immediately grabs the reader's attention, presents an example. In his recurring discussion of the "devouring dogs" that gnaw the bones of the dead and the dying at Zariaspa (Bactra), he cites the 1st-century geographer, Strabo (11.11.3), and two secondary sources. He neglects to inform us, however, that Strabo cites Onesicritus of Astypalaia as the source of this gruesome tale. Although Onesicritus constitutes an eye-witness of sorts, he is ridiculed by the ancient sources, including Arrian, as being both fanciful and mendacious. Alexander himself, according to Plutarch, threw Onesicritus' tales into the Indus River and told their author that he ought to jump in after them for writing such trash.And that is my biggest criticism of this book; that the author is extremely selective in his citations. So although I would not recommend the book as a reading for a serious course on Alexander the Great, I would recommend it as an entertaining book for the general public who doesn't care a whit about the picky-picky nature of scholarship.

After all, no matter what any of us think, Alexander will remain Great. Otherwise we wouldn't keep reading about him.

Counterinsurgency in the Ancient World
An excellent addition to the literature on counterinsurgency and on Alexander the Great.Dr. Holt uses his extensive knowledge of Alexander to tell a cautionary tale about the long history of Afghanistan as a land of insurgency. He does this by telling the story of the insurgency there against Alexander which will be repeated several times in later periods with particular emphasis on the two nineteenth century British experiences, and the 20th century Russian experience, with an eye towards lessons for the 21st century American involvement.It is quite successful in presenting a cautionary tale about counterinsurgency in Afghanistan.He also does an excellent job of contrasting the first half of Alexander's military campaign outside of Greece which had a very conventional, albeit supremely successful, beginning with a sharp turn to unconventional after the death of Darius forced Alexander to enter Afghanistan to battle a warlord who also claimed the throne lost by Darius.

The book succeeds both as a cautionary tale and as a straightforward account of the much lesser known foray into Bactria (modern day Afghanistan.)

Argument from history is always dangerous and dubious
Professor Holt has written a superb book about Alexander the Great's sojourn in what we now call Afghanistan.It is unlikely that he would have written this incisive and careful gem if we had not been attacked by fanatical murderers who were based there.We were attacked, brilliantly and successfully, and we have yet to bring to justice those who plotted this attack.In short, we are still not winning this war we have declared.But Professor Holt is not writing about this directly.What he has done is describe Alexander's attempts to pacify the region in preparation for his assault on what we now know as Pakistan and India.

Alexander was the model of all conquerors after him, not only because he was remarkably successful but because he was audacious and brilliant, as well as remarkably brave and vicious, even by contemporary standards. As Holt shows, Alexander never did pacify the tribes of this region, in part because the geography of mountain valleys, desert and vast open grasslands were a nursery for tribalism.Holt leaves it to the reader to draw conclusions about our sojourn in Afghanistan.He does not compare our policy with Alexander's.How could he since we do not have a real policy.Half of Pakistan could as easily be in Afghanistan, Pashtuns living on both sides of the border.
What Holt does show us with economy and brilliance, that despite the passage of two millenia, dramatic changes in religion and technology, there remains a profound commitment to feud, tribal loyalty, warrior culture and the oppression of women that no democratic country such as we claim to be can bring to heel without destroying our values and self-respect. ... Read more

Product Description
Chapters: Loya Jirga, Pashtunwali, Etymology of Kapisa, Culture of Afghanistan, Gender Roles in Afghanistan, Afghan Wedding, Afghan Mobile Mini Children's Circus, Swara, Buz-Baz, Kabul Library, Public Holidays in Afghanistan. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 55. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Part of a series on Pashtunwali (Pashto: ), Pakhtunwali or Pathanwali means "the way of the Pashtuns", referring to the traditional lifestyle of the Pashtun people. It is also regarded as an ancient "code of life" or a non-written code of ethics that traditional Pashtuns follow. There are nine main principles of Pashtunwali. Though Pashtunwali is believed to date back to pre-Islamic period, its usage or practice does not contravene basic Islamic principles. Pashtunwali is practiced by Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan, including by members of the Pashtun diaspora around the world. Some non-Pashtun Afghans or Pakistanis who live in close proximity with Pashtuns have also adopted many of its laws. Pashtunwali is an ancient "code of life" that is practiced by the indigenous Pashtun people of Afghanistan and Pakistan, including the Pashtun communities around the world. Other non-Pashtun Afghans have also adopted many of its laws. It is a set of rules guiding both individual and communal conduct. Pashtunwali is socially practiced by the majority. Pashtuns embrace an ancient traditional, spiritual, and communal identity tied to a set of moral codes and rules of behavior, as well as to a linear record of history spanning over five thousand years. Pashtunwali promotes self-respect, independence, justice, hospitality, love, forgiveness, revenge and tolerance toward all (especially to strangers or guests). It is considered a personal responsibility of every Pashtun to discover and rediscover Pashtu...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=436441 ... Read more

Product Description
"An Essential Tool For Soldiers and Civilians Working in Afghanistan. Survive and thrive with Accent on Afghanistan Dari! Learn useful phrases and vocabulary, Afghan culture&#8212history, geography, people, food, religion, and customs&#8212plus ""Do's and Don'ts"" for interactions with Afghans! Includes:* Illustrated Flash Cards. The words you need, with both the Dari script and pronunciations, plus simple pictures of everyday occurrences&#8212just point it out! The cards come in an easy-snap 3-ring binder. * Audio CD of the vocabulary, recorded with a native speaker of Afghan Dari.* Cultural Notes Booklet: Get an overview of Afghanistan, especially of important customs and crucial etiquette. * Quick Reference Guide: The laminated foldout card covers more than 350 essential words and phrases in Afghanistan Dari and English. Accent on Afghanistan: Dari comes from Accent on Languages, a company providing translation and interpretation services to the federal government since 1997. With over twenty years' experience with foreign language audio programs, Accent on Languages tailored this product to the special needs of military personnel in Afghanistan. Although designed for soldiers, anyone going to Afghanistan can use this program!" ... Read more

Customer Reviews (6)

A Functional Tool for Starting in Dari
If you're looking for a serious introduction to the Dari language, the workings of its grammar and its relationship to Farsi/Persian, this is not for you. If you're looking for a ready store of keywords for military personnel and aid workers, on the other hand, this is a great, compact starter kit. The watchword for this kit is practicality: It comes with a set of flashcards with key words and phrases, a CD so you can hear them pronounced and drill yourself and a culture guide focused on how to stay out of trouble.

If you're serious about learning Dari, you should get your feet wet with the Pimsleur program and consider working through the Hippocrene Beginner's Dari course. But if you're headed for Afghanistan and don't have time for all that, this will giveyou key words to memorize on the plane and a nice selection of flashcards to carry around and review.

Accent on Afghanistan: Dari, The Language And Culture Of Afghanistan
Fantastic learning addition in expanding the spoken use of Dari, which is the language spoken in parts of Afghanistan.

helpful, but more military-oriented
this is a great product - very compact and focused on the basics of Dari langauage.it also comes with good cultural guidelines.the only thing that didn't work for me was the emphasis on military words, etc.about 1/5 of the language CD helps you learn words and phrases like, "how many guns do you have", or "i am a brigade general", etc.still, the product is packaged well, and is very easy to use.i would purchase it again.

Dari for Soldiers
I was looking for a guide to Dari for someone with some Persian experience.That's not what I found here.Instead I found a good basic introduction to Dari with an extremely heavy military orientation.I have students who immigrated to the United States from Afghanistan.I'd like to speak with them and their parents in Dari.But I have no desire to say, "Do you have any unauthorized weapons?" or "Hands behind your back."Both of these phrases are representative of the more complex translations on the CD.There are also instances where opportunities to explain are missed.For example, there is the translation of "pistol" as "tofangcheh" immediately followed by the translation of "rifle" as "tofang."This occurs without any mention of the diminutive which might be applied to many other circumstances.On the other hand, it can only be a good thing for soldiers to read advice on how to show respect to Afghans.

pretty good, but could be better
I gave this to an acquaintance after reviewing what was in it.It has useful phrases and vocabulary, but is very basic.One would have to learn Dari grammar somewhere else or assume analogies with Farsi.

The large format of this package makes it unnecessarily bulky and the back cover was pealing off when I got it.They need to use better glue. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

A Hidden Gem!
I was intrigued when my sister gave me this book a little while ago. With the popularity of Kite Runner, I wanted to read a story about Afghanistan that wasn't fiction, and wasn't a war laden story or simply history (there are plenty of those!) I knew that there was more to Afghanistan, and I saw that from the perspective of this little boy. His adventures are both hilarious and heartwarming. The author brings a humorous side to Afghanistan that we haven't seen before.Since it was self-published there are a few typos and things that could be fixed, but it certainly never detracts from the story. Ultimately I would recommend this book to anyone who has read Kite Runner (whether you liked it or hated it!). ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from National Defense, published by National Defense Industrial Association on June 1, 2010. The length of the article is 2105 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: As they train for war, civilians experience two cultures: Afghanistan and U.S. military.(SOFT POWER)
Author: Stew Magnuson
Publication: National Defense (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 1, 2010
Publisher: National Defense Industrial Association
Volume: 94Issue: 679Page: 32(4)

Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Capital & Class, published by Conference of Socialist Economists on March 22, 2003. The length of the article is 3862 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: This brief paper offers a dialectical account of the cultural policies devised by the Taliban during their rule, which led to the banning of 'unlawful goods and instruments' such as musical instruments and films. It suggests 3 aspects to this dialectical account. Firstly, an analysis of the global context against which these policies were devised and conducted. Secondly, an analysis of the specific policy content of the various cultural agencies involved. Thirdly, an analysis of the impact these factors had on the everyday lives of Afghan people and communities. It tries to show in detail how these 3 aspects stand in a dialectical relationship to each other. It is argued that such an approach contributes to a greater understanding of the meanings behind such actions to takes us beyond any initial repudiation of the Taliban's cultural repression.

Citation Details
Title: Unlawful instruments and goods: Afghanistan, culture and the Taliban. (Behind the News).
Author: Jim Shorthose
Publication: Capital & Class (Refereed)
Date: March 22, 2003
Publisher: Conference of Socialist Economists
Page: 9(9)

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more