Farah Provincial Handbook: A Guide to the People and the Province (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781936336265)

"A heavy wind called the Badi Yaw Sal Shal Roza blows through Farah from May to August, creating sand storms that block roads, cover bazaars, and destroy corps. Farah historically served as a flourishing trading hub midway between Herat and Kandahar. But the economy was stifled by the construction of the Ring Road in 1965, which bypassed Farah City altogether. The province has struggled ever since, relying on subsistence agriculture and livestock." A concise and contemporary guide designed to orient and inform readers about the people, politics, and places of Ghazni. Topics covered include: the people (tribes, language, culture, history, etc.); the provincial government and how it functions; the economy and development activities; and key leaders and big issues. Also included inside are a number of useful tables, maps, contact information, and other resources. For bulk orders, please visit the publisher's website (www.idsinternational.net).

Author: Carlo Antonio Nino
ISBN-10: 193633626X
ISBN-13: 9781936336265
Publisher: Ids International
Language: English
Published: 11/30/2010
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.25d