Rachel, enjoying the book so far. Very interesting if also head spinning, reading about the intersection between state governance, tribal leadership, and religious authority. This is extremely difficult, I think, for the average American to understand. But it seems critical to understand for any Western leader who thinks of having any involvement in Afghanistan. Also, those British sure muck everything up, don't they? ;-)
Chapters One and Two, down. A good cigar helps...
Don't I wish. I'll be travelling on the 11th. I may get the book anyway.
I'm in a similar boat, it's a shame, since CG book club meetings have been great.
Can you come to our second session on October 9?
Rachel, enjoying the book so far. Very interesting if also head spinning, reading about the intersection between state governance, tribal leadership, and religious authority. This is extremely difficult, I think, for the average American to understand. But it seems critical to understand for any Western leader who thinks of having any involvement in Afghanistan. Also, those British sure muck everything up, don't they? ;-)
I'll certainly try! I'll have to read, what? A chapter a day? That's keeps Dr. Claire away!