Pakistan is the most dangerous country in the world. Disintegration of the government, a nuclear arsenal and terrorism form an explosive mix that threatens world peace. From a western perspective, Pakistan represents the front line in the war against global terrorism, despite being ruled by a military dictatorship. If Pakistan, a nuclear power, falls into the hands of Islamic extremists, the international balance of power will undergo a seismic shift. Ulrich Laudumer is one of the leading authorities on the region. In his new book he combines acerbic analysis with sensitive narrative.
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- an important, up-to-date and thoroughly researched book
Ulrich Ladurner has been reporting from regions of conflict since the early 1990’s for, amongst others, „news” and „Profil”. Since 1999 he has been a reporter for the weekly DIE ZEIT, travelling to Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iraq on their behalf. With his sophisticated, uncompromising coverage he manages to get across the everyday life of the ordinary people, as well as the wider context. A father of two sons, he lives in Hamburg.