--- product_id: 3744017 title: "Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics)" price: "€ 29.28" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3744017-afghanistan-a-cultural-and-political-history-princeton-studies-in-muslim store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics) **Price:** € 29.28 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics) - **How much does it cost?** € 29.28 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3744017-afghanistan-a-cultural-and-political-history-princeton-studies-in-muslim) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics): 9780691154411: Barfield, Thomas J.: Books Review: Your source for understanding Afghanistan people, culture and history - Review -Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History "Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History" by Thomas Barfield is a learned, detailed, well written book by an anthropologist, not a historian. Thus we are privileged to see the landscape, the people, and rulers, the events through different eyes. Thomas Barfield not only tells us the history of kingdoms and kings, and battles and wars, but also tells us of the nature of the people of Afghanistan. He tells us of the why and the how of the history. The sweep is broad and the story dramatic. Thomas Barfield writes with an educated tongue. I am glad I have my copy as an ebook so as to use the easy access to a dictionary. But the writing is clear and intriguing. The story is well told and fascinating. The detail is crisp and clear. The book is copyrighted 2010, as a part of the Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics. Looking through the titles in the collection, this book is in highly esteemed company. Thomas Barfield brings us right up to 2010 with many observations on the status of the politics of Afghanistan at that time. He spends time tracing the "longe duree" and how that long history impacts Afghanistan today. Thus, if you are looking for a book placing the current events in Afghanistan in their historical context, this is it. And it does it very well. Some may disagree with his conclusions. But Thomas Barfield supports his conclusions well. The book is well worth the read. Review: Great book… - I originally began reading this book by checking it out at my local library. It was a wealth of knowledge and therefore I decided to purchase it. I appreciate the thoroughness in understanding Afghanistan’s history. It is well written and dedicated to ensuring the reader understands what is rooted in the several transformations of Afghanistan. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,533,452 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,375 in Asian Politics #1,573 in Middle Eastern Politics #4,470 in History & Theory of Politics | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (407) | | Dimensions | 6 x 1.25 x 8.75 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 0691154414 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0691154411 | | Item Weight | 15 ounces | | Language | English | | Part of series | Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics | | Print length | 408 pages | | Publication date | March 25, 2012 | | Publisher | Princeton University Press | ## Images ![Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71htce+N58L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Your source for understanding Afghanistan people, culture and history *by G***R on October 13, 2014* Review -Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History "Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History" by Thomas Barfield is a learned, detailed, well written book by an anthropologist, not a historian. Thus we are privileged to see the landscape, the people, and rulers, the events through different eyes. Thomas Barfield not only tells us the history of kingdoms and kings, and battles and wars, but also tells us of the nature of the people of Afghanistan. He tells us of the why and the how of the history. The sweep is broad and the story dramatic. Thomas Barfield writes with an educated tongue. I am glad I have my copy as an ebook so as to use the easy access to a dictionary. But the writing is clear and intriguing. The story is well told and fascinating. The detail is crisp and clear. The book is copyrighted 2010, as a part of the Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics. Looking through the titles in the collection, this book is in highly esteemed company. Thomas Barfield brings us right up to 2010 with many observations on the status of the politics of Afghanistan at that time. He spends time tracing the "longe duree" and how that long history impacts Afghanistan today. Thus, if you are looking for a book placing the current events in Afghanistan in their historical context, this is it. And it does it very well. Some may disagree with his conclusions. But Thomas Barfield supports his conclusions well. The book is well worth the read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book… *by M***E on January 12, 2025* I originally began reading this book by checking it out at my local library. It was a wealth of knowledge and therefore I decided to purchase it. I appreciate the thoroughness in understanding Afghanistan’s history. It is well written and dedicated to ensuring the reader understands what is rooted in the several transformations of Afghanistan. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Great Starting Place for Afghan History and Politics *by A***P on April 17, 2022* Thomas Barfield does an excellent job introducing readers to the complicated history of Afghanistan and its political legacies. If you are solely interested in learning about the country itself or are a historical reader, this is a great introduction but not the only book to rely on. As stated in the title, the political systems are of primary interest and Barfield connects them to important theories of political legitimacy, society formation, and international relations. Could only have wished for more details throughout the eras he covers. ## Frequently Bought Together - Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History (Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics, 45) - The Afghanistan Papers: A Secret History of the War - Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and Bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3744017-afghanistan-a-cultural-and-political-history-princeton-studies-in-muslim](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/3744017-afghanistan-a-cultural-and-political-history-princeton-studies-in-muslim) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-29*