Steve Coll Bücher

Es gibt Gemeinsprüche, die über kulturelle Grenzen hinweg als Erfahrungstatsache gelten. Einer davon handelt vom „schwarzen Schaf“, das es in jeder Familie gibt. Dies trifft auch auf die Bin Ladens zu, obwohl der Vergleich zu anderen Familien hinkt: Osama bin Laden ist um einiges „schwärzer“ als die meisten Ausreißer, und der Clan ist viel größer. Osamas Vater, Mohammed, hatte 54 Kinder, was die komplexen Familienverhältnisse erklärt. Steve Coll und sein Team haben in einer umfassenden Recherche die Geschichte der jemenitisch-stämmigen Familie Mohammed Bin Ladens nachgezeichnet. Mohammed, aus bescheidenen Verhältnissen kommend, schuf ein global agierendes Wirtschaftsimperium, das in höchste Kreise vernetzt ist. Diese Geschichte exemplifiziert die Widersprüchlichkeit der saudi-arabischen Gesellschaft unter der Herrschaft des Hauses Saud, die das Dilemma der islamischen Welt widerspiegelt: einerseits tief in der muslimischen Tradition verwurzelt, andererseits den Verlockungen des kapitalistischen Hedonismus erlegen. Für viele streng Gläubige ist dies eine unerträgliche Schmach, die von dschihadistischen Führern ausgenutzt wird. Osama bin Laden, der zunächst ein mäßiger Geschäftsmann war, genoss ebenfalls die westlichen Verlockungen, bevor er zum Kämpfer für den Islam wurde. Colls detaillierte Untersuchung bietet eine umfassende Sicht auf die Familien- und Gesellschaftsgeschichte der Bin Ladens, die über Osama hinaus spannend ist

From the managing editor of "The Washington Post" comes this news-breaking account of the CIA's involvement in the covert wars in Afghanistan that fueled Islamic militancy and gave rise to bin Laden's al Qaeda.

The news-breaking book that has sent shockwaves through the Bush White House, Ghost Wars is the most accurate and revealing account yet of the CIA's secret involvement in al-Qaeda's evolution. It won the Pulitzer Prize in 2005.Prize-winning journalist Steve Coll has spent years reporting from the Middle East, accessed previously classified government files and interviewed senior US officials and foreign spymasters. Here he gives the full inside story of the CIA's covert funding of an Islamic jihad against Soviet forces in Afghanistan, explores how this sowed the seeds of Bin Laden's rise, traces how he built his global network and brings to life the dramatic battles within the US government over national security. Above all, he lays bare American intelligence's continual failure to grasp the rising threat of terrorism in the years leading to 9/11 - and its devastating consequences.

Spellbinding ... a magisterial account of the great tragedy of our age ... it is a classic' Evening Standard. 'In the finest traditions of American investigative journalism' The Times. 'Spectacular ... makes Bourne movies pale in comparison' Financial Times. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ghost Wars, this narrative details America's grim involvement in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016. Following the shock of 9/11, the C.I.A. urgently sought to eliminate Bin Laden and his associates, leveraging its prior experience in Afghanistan, where it had collaborated with the Taliban against the Soviet Union. A complex web of assumptions, past alliances, and resentments was reignited. While the initial invasion appeared swift and effective, Bin Laden's escape, alongside much of the Taliban leadership, exposed a catastrophic failure to define NATO's mission in a challenging, impoverished nation. Central to the issue was 'Directorate S', a covert branch of the Pakistani state with its own agenda regarding the Taliban and regional power dynamics involving Pakistan, India, and China, which anticipated a quick U.S. withdrawal. This remarkable account reveals the profound consequences of flawed foreign policy decisions and the tragic loss of lives that ensued.

The book delves into complex geopolitical themes, exploring the intricacies of modern conflict and intelligence operations. It offers a deep analysis of significant historical events, drawing on extensive research and firsthand accounts. The author, known for their engaging narrative style, weaves together personal stories and broader societal impacts, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced in contemporary warfare and diplomacy. Expect a compelling blend of storytelling and informed commentary from a seasoned expert in the field.

From the Pulitzer Prize winning of the acclaimed Ghost Wars, this is the full story of America's grim involvement in the affairs of Afghanistan from 2001 to 2016'The CIA itself would be hard put to beat his grasp of global events' New York Review of BooksIn the wake of the terrible shock of... číst celé

The oil giant ExxonMobil makes more money annually than the GDP of most countries, yet to outsiders it is a mystery. Here, Steve Coll tells the truth about the world's most powerful and shadowy company, revealing a story of dictators, oligarchs, civil war, blackmail, secrecy and ruthlessness.

Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Coll goes deep inside ExxonMobil Corp, the largest and most powerful private corporation in the United States, revealing the true extent of its political and economic power.

Exploring the complexities of South Asia, this work delves into the region's social and political challenges, offering a nuanced perspective on its tumultuous landscape. The author, celebrated for previous works like Ghost Wars and Directorate S, provides a compelling narrative that intertwines personal stories with broader geopolitical themes. Through vivid storytelling, readers are invited to understand the intricate dynamics shaping contemporary South Asia.