ENGLISH

Beyond Reconstruction in Afghanistan: Lessons from Development Experience

By John D. Montgomery , Dennis A. Rondinelli

Book information

Year
2004
ISBN
1403965110, 9781403965110, 9781403981172
LCC
HC417 .B49 2004
Open Library ID
OL22589082M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1138458 bytes)
Edition
First Edition
Pages
256\256
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

The interaction of failed states, terrorism and the need for "nation building" is at the top of the international agenda, with particular focus on Afghanistan and Iraq. This path breaking collection brings together top analysts to examine the goals and challenges facing efforts to reconstruct states that have collapsed into anarchy or have been defeated in war, drawing lessons from 50 years of past experience with post-conflict reconstruction and development around the world to assess development plans in a country devastated by more than a century of conflict. While the focus is on Afghanistan, important comparisons-including to reconstruction after the American Civil War-provide historical context and lessons of difficulties to overcome and realistic limitations of ambitions. Throughout, particular attention is paid to the interaction of the goals of external and domestic actors, highlighting the importance of understanding the internal social, economic, and political environment of the society receiving assistance.

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