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ASPIRATION AND AMBIVALENCE: STRATEGIES AND REALITIES OF By Vanda Felbab-brown
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- ISBN-10
- 0815724411
- Book Title
- Aspiration and Ambivalence: Strategies and Realities of
- Genre
- POLITICAL SCIENCE
- ISBN
- 9780815724414
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Brookings Institution Press
ISBN-10
0815724411
ISBN-13
9780815724414
eBay Product ID (ePID)
143607350
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
358 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Aspiration and Ambivalence : Strategies and Realities of Counterinsurgency and State-Building in Afghanistan
Subject
Political Process / General, Revolutionary, General, Security (National & International), World / Asian
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Political Science, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Item Length
1 in
Item Width
1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2012-040225
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
" Aspiration and Ambivalence is an eminently readable blend of broad perspective anddetailed fieldwork. An up-to-date and unflinchingly accurate account of where we are inAfghanistan, how we got there, and what is at stake. Its recommendations are soberlyrealistic. This is must reading for those trying to find the way ahead." --Ronald E. Neumann, former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan (2005-07), " Aspiration and Ambivalence is an eminently readable blend of broad perspective anddetailed fieldwork. An up-to-date and unflinchingly accurate account of where we are inAfghanistan, how we got there, and what is at stake. Its recommendations are soberlyrealistic. This is must reading for those trying to find the way ahead." Ronald E. Neumann, former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan (2005 07) "This important book, based on personal observation and careful research, is unsparing in its critique of recent American policy, but reserves its most scathing criticism for Hamid Karzai and the warlordism, corruption, and criminality that have undermined his regime. A must read for all who care about Afghanistan's future." Dov S. Zakheim, former U.S. under secretary of defense and author of A Vulcan's Tale: How the Bush Administration Mismanaged theReconstruction of Afghanistan, "This important book, based on personal observation and careful research, is unsparing in its critique of recent American policy, but reserves its most scathing criticism for Hamid Karzai and the warlordism, corruption, and criminality that have undermined his regime. A must read for all who care about Afghanistan's future." --Dov S. Zakheim, former U.S. under secretary of defense and author of A Vulcan's Tale: How the Bush Administration Mismanaged theReconstruction of Afghanistan
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
958.1047
Synopsis
After more than a decade of great effort and sacrifice by America and its allies, the Taliban still has not been defeated, and many Afghans believe that a civil war is coming. Aspiration and Ambivalence analyzes the U.S. and international efforts in Afghanistan and offers detailed recommendations for dealing with the precarious situation leading up to the 2014 transition to Afghan control and beyond. Vanda Felbab-Brown argues that allied efforts in Afghanistan have put far too little emphasis on good governance, concentrating too much on short-term military goals to the detriment of long-term peace and stability. The Western tendency to ally with bullies, warlords, smugglers, and other shady characters in pursuit of short-term military advantage actually empowers the forces working against good governance and long-term political stability. Rampant corruption and mafia rule thus persist, making it impossible for Afghans to believe in the institutional reforms and rule of law that are clearly necessary. This must change-- otherwise, the chances of building responsive and sustainable governmental structures are slim, indeed. Felbab-Brown combines thorough research and analysis with vivid personal accounts of her time spent in the war-torn nation--powerful vignettes illustrating the Afghan aspirations for peace, stability, and sovereignty and the stubborn obstacles to securing them. "The year 2014 will mark a critical juncture in Afghanistan's odyssey. After more than a decade of arduous fighting and political involvement, the U.S. and international presence there will be significantly reduced and circumscribed. Although the international community has committed itself not to abandon Afghanistan as it did in the 1990s, the onus will be on the Afghan government to provide for the security of the country, its economic development, and governance that attempts to meet the needs of the Afghan people. Difficult challenges, major unresolved questions, and worrisome trends surround all three sets of processes. The biggest hole in the U.S. strategy and international efforts to stabilize the country is the failure to adequately address the country's fractured and brittle political system and very poor governance."--from Aspiration and Ambivalence, After more than a decade of great effort and sacrifice by America and its allies, the Taliban still has not been defeated, and many Afghans believe that a civil war is coming. Vanda Felbab-Brown argues that allied efforts in Afghanistan have put far too little emphasis on good governance, concentrating too much on short-term military goals to the detriment of long-term peace and stability. The Western tendency to ally with bullies, warlords, smugglers, and other shady characters in pursuit of short-term military advantage actually empowers the forces working against good governance and long-term political stability.
LC Classification Number
DS371.4.F45 2013
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- 0***t (11)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem was exactly as described and packaged to protect it. Seller’s pricing was spot on and when I received it, it was in good condition. Seller actually messaged me when they shipped it (I really appreciated that). Overall I’m happy doing business with them!