To Lose a War

"To Lose a War" compiles Jon Lee Anderson’s reporting from Afghanistan over nearly twenty-five years, providing a chronological look at the complex and often tragic evolution of the US-led conflict. From the initial insurgency against the Soviet-backed regime to the subsequent war against the Taliban and Al Qaeda, the account highlights the shifting hopes and mounting challenges faced by Afghan society and international forces. The collection offers an insightful perspective on one of modern history’s most significant and contentious foreign policy endeavors.