Afghanistan in a Nutshell (Nutshell Notes Series) (The ... (ISBN 097029087X)

This IS Afghanistan in a nutshell:
A great guide for anyone who wants background information on a volatile country ... This book is a well-rounded assembly of facts, timelines, definitions, and general information that covers an array of topics from the origin of Muslim influence in Afghanistan, to the current state of the Taliban rule and its affects on its people. We also get background information on Osama Bin Laden leading up to and following his declaration of war on the United States. Overall, I give this book a very high rating. It both summarized what I've already learned about Afghanistan..., and has also given me a broader understanding of the region and its history.

Helpful overview:
I found the book to be a useful overview of Afghanistan history in under 100 pages. Because any book is slightly outdated when it is published, some figures might be better downloaded from the internet, such as current population estimates. The historical background was very helpful in understanding recent events, and trends over the years.