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Summary Note

A 1999 overview of Taliban rule in Afghanistan that describes the country's history; mujahideen; the Taliban's theological and political infrastructure; the economy, social order, and human rights; relations with neighboring countries; and the background and beliefs of Osama bin Laden.

General Note

Includes index.

Content Note

Afghanistan's history -- The Mujahideen -- The Taliban's Islamic theology -- Political infrastructure of the Taliban rule -- The Taliban and the economy -- Social order and human rights under the Taliban -- The Taliban and Afghanistan's neighbours -- Bin Laden -- A word on the Taliban-UN dilemma.