Afghanistan: Hope and Beauty in a War-torn Land

by Ursula Meissner

Journalist Ursula Meissner wants to shake us up about Afghanistanand help its people. Her photographs and stories tell of a land at acrossroads, of the magic of an unknown country and the horror ofrecent events, as well as of the bravery of its women; from the rosesand fields of poppies at the foot of the Hindu Kush to a pair of redhigh-heeled shoes that are a symbol of hope. Even after decades ofviolence Afghanistan has preserved its magic.

192 pages, Paperback

First published May 30, 2008

Reviews

[Sean Harding · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful book about a misunderstood land and one hopes that one day peace will reign in the land and people will be able to visit in once more.

[Bonnie Ridley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Research for my books, A Land without Morning, and Consequences