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Alberto Ruiz-Tagle exploits the 1973 coup in order to launch a multimedia enterprise that consists of sky-writing, torture, photography, murder, and verse.

Traces the history of the Taliban movement in Afghanistan; discusses how the leaders of the movement interpret the principles of Islam; and examines the influence of the Taliban in the competition among Western countries and companies to build oil and gas pipelines in Asia.

Presents an overview of the Taliban, describing its structure, policies, and relations with the international community, and also discusses Afghanistan's Islamic tradition.

Examines the roles of internal divisions, foreign involvement, and other factors in the development of the Taliban in Afghanistan, and discusses challenges to international efforts at nation building in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.

Explores the history of the conflicts between four nuclear powers, including India, Pakistan, China, and Russia; and warns that the long-held grudges could erupt into a full-scale nuclear confrontation.

Explores the history of the conflicts between four nuclear powers, including India, Pakistan, China, and Russia; and warns that the long-held grudges could erupt into a full-scale nuclear confrontation.

Examines the history of the Taliban movement in Afghanistan. Describes their rise to power, beliefs, and impact on Afghanistan and the region. Discusses how the Taliban has regained its strength in recent years and spread across Central Asia. Also explains why the Afghan people believe the United States is losing the war.

Traces the history of the Taliban movement in Afghanistan; discusses how the leaders of the movement interpret the principles of Islam; and examines the influence of the Taliban in the competition among Western countries and companies to build oil and gas pipelines in Asia.