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On the Grand Trunk Road: A Journey into South Asia

by Steve Coll
On the Grand Trunk Road: A Journey into South Asia - Thryft
On the Grand Trunk Road: A Journey into South Asia - Thryft

Riveting exploration of postcolonial South Asia's complexities.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the social and political landscape of South Asia. Steve Coll takes us on a gripping journey through conflict-ridden countries, shedding light on the devastating effects of violence, corruption, and greed. With his creative insight and complex yet compelling narrative, Coll paints a vivid picture of a region shaped by its tumultuous history. On the Grand Trunk Road offers a rare glimpse into the lives of South Asians, making it an essential read for those intrigued by the complexities of postcolonial societies.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

On the Grand Trunk Road: A Journey into South Asia

by Steve Coll
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ISBN: 9780143115199
Authors: Steve Coll
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2009-03-31
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics, Travel, History
Related Topics: Autobiography, History, History, Asia, Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.7
(rated by 226 readers)

Description

From the award-winning and bestselling author of  Ghost Wars  and  Directorate S, a  trek across a socially and politically damaged South AsiaBestselling author Steve Coll is one of the preeminent journalists of the twenty-first century. His last two books, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Ghost Wars and New York Times bestseller The Bin Ladens , have been praised for their creative insight and complex yet compelling narratives-and have put him on par with journalists such as the legendary Bob Woodward. Now, for the first time ever, the paperback edition of On the Grand Trunk Road is finally available, revised and updated with new material. Focusing on Coll's journeys in conflict-ridden India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Afghanistan as a bureau chief for The Washington Post, On the Grand Trunk Road reveals a little-seen area of the world where violence, corruption, and greed have had devastating effects on South Asians from all walks of life.
 

Riveting exploration of postcolonial South Asia's complexities.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the social and political landscape of South Asia. Steve Coll takes us on a gripping journey through conflict-ridden countries, shedding light on the devastating effects of violence, corruption, and greed. With his creative insight and complex yet compelling narrative, Coll paints a vivid picture of a region shaped by its tumultuous history. On the Grand Trunk Road offers a rare glimpse into the lives of South Asians, making it an essential read for those intrigued by the complexities of postcolonial societies.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.