Rock of The Land

The Battle Between Conquerors and Protectors in Afghanistan

Häftad, Engelska, 2025

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Beskrivning

In The Rock of the Land, acclaimed journalist Ahmad Vall Dine delivers a riveting account of Afghanistan's relentless resistance against foreign dominations. From the Soviet invasion to the recent U.S. withdrawal, Val Dine intertwines meticulous research with personal narratives, unveiling the nation's enduring spirit amidst perpetual conflict. This compelling work not only chronicles historical events but also delves into the human stories behind the headlines, offering readers an intimate understanding of Afghanistan's geopolitical landscape and the cyclical nature of its struggles.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2025-09-11
Mått:129 x 198 x 15 mm
Vikt:149 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:176
Förlag:Dar Arab
ISBN:9781788711081
Översättare:Mbarek Sryfi

Utforska kategorier

Politisk aktivism inom Samhälle och politik
Krig och försvar inom Samhälle och politik
Asiens historia inom Historia och arkeologi

Mer om författaren

Ahmed Vall Dine is a prominent Mauritanian journalist, novelist, and author. Since 2008, he has reported for Al Jazeera from regions including Southern Africa, Afghanistan, and North Africa. His work reflects a nuanced understanding of Arab-Western relations. In 2011, he was captured during the Libyan conflict, an experience he recounted in his memoir In Gaddafi’s Clutches, published in English in 2024. Vall Dine’s literary works include Al-Hadaqi (2018), Al-Shaibani (2019), and Danshmand (2023), a fictionalized biography of Imam Al-Ghazali, which was shortlisted for the 2025 International Prize for Arabic Fiction. His 2021 book, The Rock of the Land, explores Afghanistan’s history of resistance.