Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and Bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001Winner of the Pulitzer prize for history, this is a very detailed account of American involvement in Afghanistan leading up to 9/11. It covers America's funding of the insurgency during the Russian occupation through partnership with Pakistani intelligence and tribal leaders. It also delivers a good overview of American policy and the roles of key players, including the ascent of Bin Laden. This narrative history gives valuable perspective as to why the US is fighting the Taliban today...
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