No Good Men Among the Living
No Good Men Among the Living
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
320
Book • Nonfiction
Afghanistan • 2000s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In No Good Men Among the Living, Anand Gopal narrates the story of the U.S. war on terror in Afghanistan through the experiences of three Afghans: Mullah Cable, a Taliban commander; Jan Mohammed Khan, a U.S.-backed warlord; and Heela Achekzai, a village housewife. Their interconnected paths reveal the complex, human impact of America's longest war, challenging preconceived notions about heroism and villainy. Contains descriptions of violence and war.
Informative
Gritty
Mysterious
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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No Good Men Among the Living by Anand Gopal is a compelling account of Afghan lives during the U.S. occupation. Readers praise its engaging narrative and nuanced portrayal of the Afghan experience. Critics note dense detail might overwhelm some. Overall, it is lauded for its insightful, humanizing perspective on the complexities of war.
Who Should Read No Good Men Among the Living?
Readers who appreciate deeply researched and humanized accounts of conflict in the Middle East, akin to those in Dexter Filkins' The Forever War or Steve Coll's Ghost Wars, will find Gopal's No Good Men Among the Living compelling. It's ideal for those interested in nuanced perspectives on Afghanistan post-9/11.
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320
Book • Nonfiction
Afghanistan • 2000s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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