Edition |
First edition. |
Description |
xv, 558 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 25 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 483-505) and index. |
Summary |
In this profound and sophisticated analysis of Pakistan's history and its social, religious and political structures, Lieven argues strongly against U.S. actions that would risk destroying that state in the illusory search for victory in Afghanistan. |
Contents |
Introduction : understanding Pakistan -- The struggle for Muslim South Asia -- Justice -- Religion -- The military -- Politics -- Punjab -- Sindh -- Balochistan -- The Pathans -- The Pakistani Taleban -- Defeating the Taleban? |
Subject |
Pakistan -- Politics and government -- 1988-
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Pakistan -- Social conditions -- 21st century.
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Pakistan -- History.
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ISBN |
9781610390217 hardcover |
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1610390210 hardcover |
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