Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001
by Steve Coll
Ghost Wars explores the CIA's secret history in Afghanistan, from the covert war against Soviet forces in the 1980s to the Taliban's ascent and bin Laden's rise. Drawing on firsthand accounts, it chronicles the agency's post-1998 operations to target bin Laden, offering a gripping account of geopolitical intrigue up to the eve of 9/11.
About This Book
Ghost Wars delves into the CIA's extensive involvement in Afghanistan, beginning with its covert program against Soviet troops from 1979 to 1989.
The narrative traces the subsequent rise of the Taliban and the emergence of bin Laden as a significant figure in the region.
It details the secret efforts by CIA officers and their agents to capture or kill bin Laden in Afghanistan after 1998.
The book is based on extensive firsthand accounts, providing a comprehensive view of these clandestine operations.
This non-fiction work earned the Pulitzer Prize in 2005 for its insightful examination of historical events leading up to September 10, 2001.
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