Phil Halton Books

Set in an Afghan village, the story follows a mullah who leads a madrassa and lives in seclusion. When bandits attack one of his students, he feels a moral obligation to intervene, igniting a series of events that disrupt the existing power dynamics in Afghanistan. This pivotal moment not only transforms his life but also reverberates through the nation's history, highlighting themes of justice, leadership, and the impact of individual actions on broader societal change.

The current conflict in Afghanistan is not about Western intervention, but part of a hundred-year war over the issues of modernity, secularism, and the centralization of power.

The Queen’s York Rangers have a storied history, beginning under Robert Rogers in 1756, and continuing to the present day. For the first time, their first person accounts of military operations are collected together, allowing the reader to see the breadth of the Regiment’s history through the eyes of those who served in it. Many of their observations and concerns echo down through the ages, as all of the technological and social changes of the past three centuries have made little difference to the lot of the common soldier when their experience is stripped to the bare essentials.This anthology has first person accounts of operations from the French & Indian War, the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the Red River Rebellion, the Boer War, the First World War, the Second World War, Domestic Operations within Canada, Peacekeeping Operations, the War in Afghanistan and the War in Iraq.

Set against the backdrop of 1978 Managua, the narrative captures the charged atmosphere of a city on the brink of upheaval. As political tensions rise, the lives of the characters intertwine, revealing their struggles, hopes, and fears amidst the chaos. The story delves into themes of resistance, identity, and the quest for freedom, painting a vivid portrait of a pivotal moment in Nicaraguan history. Through personal and collective experiences, the book explores the impact of societal change on individuals and communities.