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Steve Coll
ISBN 9780718194499
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Penguin Books
Directorate S
The C. I. A. and America's Secret Wars in Afghanistan and Pakistan, 2001-2016
Who it's for: readers interested in modern history, geopolitics, and the Afghan conflict
"Directorate S" by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Steve Coll provides a comprehensive account of America's involvement in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016, following the September 11th attacks. This book meticulously details the complex interplay between the CIA's efforts, NATO's mission, and the highly secretive 'Directorate S'—a powerful arm of the Pakistani state—revealing how conflicting interests and strategic missteps contributed to the prolonged conflict.Why You Should Read? Understand the geopolitical complexities of the post-9/11 war in Afghanistan. Gain insight into the role of Pakistan's 'Directorate S' and its impact on regional power dynamics. Examine the critical foreign policy decisions that shaped a fifteen-year conflict. Explore the human cost and strategic failures in a detailed, factual narrative.
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- Details the interplay between CIA, NATO, and Pakistan's Directorate S
- Reveals conflicting interests and strategic missteps in the Afghan conflict
- Examines critical foreign policy decisions from 2001 to 2016
- Explores the human cost and strategic failures in a factual narrative
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It's a comprehensive account of America's involvement in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016, focusing on the CIA's efforts, NATO's mission, and the role of Pakistan's Directorate S.
Who is the author?
Steve Coll, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author.
What is Directorate S?
It refers to a powerful arm of the Pakistani state, likely the Inter-Services Intelligence directorate, which played a significant role in the conflict.
What time period does it cover?
From 2001 to 2016, following the September 11th attacks.
Is it a bestseller?
Yes, it is a New York Times bestseller.