Description
About the Author
Frank Ledwidge spent 15 years as a Naval reserve military intelligence officer, serving on front-line operations in the Balkan wars and Iraq, where he commanded British and multi-national units. In civilian life he practised as a criminal barrister for eight years before specialising in international development and human rights law, and worked as a civilian advisor all over the world, including in Afghanistan and most recently Libya. He is the author of Losing Small Wars: British Military Failure in Iraq and Afghanistan (2011).
Reviews
"'Investment in Blood is a damning account of the conflict.' (Terri Judd, The Independent.) 'Incredibly well researched, it is a short but depressing read... Definitely recommended reading, particularly for those seeking a single concise book that captures the essence of the Afghanistan conflict from a UK perspective.' (Army Rumour Service) 'This book is a masterpiece in miniature.' (Sherard Cowper-Coles, New Statesman) 'The book makes the case for a full inquiry into Britain's fourth Afghan war with economy and real punch. In itself it has made a pretty good start on the job.' (Robert Fox, Evening Standard)"
Book Information
ISBN 9780300205268
Author Frank Ledwidge
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Yale University Press
Publisher Yale University Press