Afgantsy

In this insightful and myth-busting account, Rodric Braithwaite, the former British ambassador to Moscow, offers an inside perspective on the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan, challenging common perceptions. Drawing from first-hand accounts and detailed analysis, he reveals how the invasion was a response to regional chaos, quickly escalating beyond initial intentions. The book explores the brutal realities of the war and its profound impact on soldiers, their families, and Soviet society.