The Finest Hotel in Kabul: A People’s History of Afghanistan

Print length: 352 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Hutchinson Heinemann
Publication date: 18 September 2025

Name: The Finest Hotel in Kabul: A People’s History of Afghanistan
SKU: 9781529151039
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SKU: 9781529151039

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Discover the captivating human history of Afghanistan through the lens of its most iconic landmark in “The Finest Hotel in Kabul.” Renowned war correspondent Lyse Doucet weaves an unforgettable narrative, set against the backdrop of the luxury Hotel Inter-Continental, from its glamorous 1970s opening to the turbulent decades that followed. Meet the resilient individuals—housekeepers, chefs, and young hopefuls—who kept the hotel running through Soviet invasions, civil war, and the return of the Taliban. This richly immersive people’s history offers intimate portraits of joy, despair, and enduring strength, revealing the soul of a nation over fifty years of seismic change. A Sunday Times Bestseller and Baillie Gifford Prize longlist selection, this is a vital read for understanding modern Afghanistan.

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