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From the Pulitzer Prize winning of the acclaimed Ghost Wars, this is the full story of America's grim involvement in the affairs of Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016'The CIA itself would be hard put to beat his grasp of global events' New York Review of BooksIn the wake of the terrible shock of... číst celé

Spellbinding ... a magisterial account of the great tragedy of our age ... it is a classic' Evening Standard. 'In the finest traditions of American investigative journalism' The Times. 'Spectacular ... makes Bourne movies pale in comparison' Financial Times. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ghost Wars, this narrative details America's grim involvement in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016. Following the shock of 9/11, the C.I.A. urgently sought to eliminate Bin Laden and his associates, leveraging its prior experience in Afghanistan, where it had collaborated with the Taliban against the Soviet Union. A complex web of assumptions, past alliances, and resentments was reignited. While the initial invasion appeared swift and effective, Bin Laden's escape, alongside much of the Taliban leadership, exposed a catastrophic failure to define NATO's mission in a challenging, impoverished nation. Central to the issue was 'Directorate S', a covert branch of the Pakistani state with its own agenda regarding the Taliban and regional power dynamics involving Pakistan, India, and China, which anticipated a quick U.S. withdrawal. This remarkable account reveals the profound consequences of flawed foreign policy decisions and the tragic loss of lives that ensued.

Prawdziwa historia jednej z najzamożniejszych rodzin na świecie - Bin Ladenów. Steve Coll, dziennikarz prestiżowego New Yorkera i laureat Nagrody Pulitzera, z rozmachem kreśli wielopokoleniową sagę, odkrywając wiele ściśle strzeżonych tajemnic rodu, który odcisnął piętno na XXI-wiecznej historii świata. Osama Bin Laden, terrorysta odpowiedzialny za zamachy na World Trade Center, zastrzelony przez Amerykanów w 2011 roku to tylko jeden z wątków książki. I jeden z elementów olbrzymiej wpływowej familii, której członkowie żyją, świetnie prosperując, rozsiani po całym świecie...

The oil giant ExxonMobil makes more money annually than the GDP of most countries, yet to outsiders it is a mystery. Here, Steve Coll tells the truth about the world's most powerful and shadowy company, revealing a story of dictators, oligarchs, civil war, blackmail, secrecy and ruthlessness.

Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Coll goes deep inside ExxonMobil Corp, the largest and most powerful private corporation in the United States, revealing the true extent of its political and economic power.

The book delves into complex geopolitical themes, exploring the intricacies of modern conflict and intelligence operations. It offers a deep analysis of significant historical events, drawing on extensive research and firsthand accounts. The author, known for their engaging narrative style, weaves together personal stories and broader societal impacts, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced in contemporary warfare and diplomacy. Expect a compelling blend of storytelling and informed commentary from a seasoned expert in the field.

Exploring the complexities of South Asia, this work delves into the region's social and political challenges, offering a nuanced perspective on its tumultuous landscape. The author, celebrated for previous works like Ghost Wars and Directorate S, provides a compelling narrative that intertwines personal stories with broader geopolitical themes. Through vivid storytelling, readers are invited to understand the intricate dynamics shaping contemporary South Asia.

The Bin Ladens are shrouded in secrecy, living in one of the most closed, unaccountable countries on earth. Little has been known about the world that created Osama. This title reveals a Saudi Arabia torn between religious purity and the temptations of the West, telling a story of oil, money, power, patronage and dangerous cultural extremes.