--- product_id: 4422895 title: "Opium Nation: Child Brides, Drug Lords, and One Woman’s Journey Through Afghanistan – An Afghan-American Memoir of Politics and Homeland" brand: "fariba nawa" price: "$28.02" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/4422895-opium-nation-child-brides-drug-lords-and-one-woman-s store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Opium Nation: Child Brides, Drug Lords, and One Woman’s Journey Through Afghanistan – An Afghan-American Memoir of Politics and Homeland **Brand:** fariba nawa **Price:** $28.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Opium Nation: Child Brides, Drug Lords, and One Woman’s Journey Through Afghanistan – An Afghan-American Memoir of Politics and Homeland by fariba nawa - **How much does it cost?** $28.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/4422895-opium-nation-child-brides-drug-lords-and-one-woman-s) ## Best For - fariba nawa enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fariba nawa brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Opium Nation: Child Brides, Drug Lords, and One Woman’s Journey Through Afghanistan – An Afghan-American Memoir of Politics and Homeland - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719SW3bnLmL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inside scoop on the unspoken truth about Afghanistan's drug trade *by K***R on Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2021* Although the newspapers have reported on the opium trade in-country, very few have gone into detail about the history or the impact this has on the nation. The author gives a very detailed, personal account of her interviews with many of the witnesses and participants in the trade before, during, and after the American intervention.We hear mostly the political side of the nation's governance including before the Americans arrived to liberate the Afghan people. We failed to understand the depth of the malaise that exists in this assembly of tribes and regional chiefs, driving the country ever further into an endless cycle of violence and oppression of the powerless citizens.Written from the viewpoint of a Muslim reporter, nonetheless, it reflects quite faithfully the tawdry truth about the real war behind the front pages. In view of the recent collapse of American involvement, now is a good time to read this book and begin to understand some of the forces shaping this troubled nation, if it can honestly be called a nation. It's really more like an assembly of independent chieftains that are constantly at odds. You be the judge. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Fascinating Read *by M***M on Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2011* Opium Nation is an excellent read about the side of the opium/heroin drug business we don't often think about in the West - its inception in Afghanistan.I agree with a lot of what the other reviewers say here about the book providing much needed insight into the workings of the drug trade and the lives it impacts. But what really stood out for me were the descriptions of the lives of girls and women in Afghanistan - they aren't always what you might expect. From stories of girls' lives growing up in war - to female drug smugglers and addicts - to politicians and anti-narcotics officers - to the author's own story as an Afghan-American woman returning there - these narratives flesh out what is often missing in accounts of Afghanistan - the diverse and fascinating lives of women there.Hands down, this is the best book I have read on the subject of the Afghan drug trade. And in addition to being very informative, it's a really enjoyable book to read. You'll find your mind turning to the people whose lives Nawa recounts well after you have finished reading the book. To me, that's the mark of a good book. I recommend Opium Nation to anyone who is curious about Afghan society and wants to better understand the role of the drug trade in modern day Afghanistan. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A nice little book about a big nasty problem. *by R***W on Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2012* Having lived and worked in Afghanistan in 2003 and 2004, I know the impact on innocent lives of the totally corrupt government and abject legal system described in the Opium Nation. This situation resulted in large part from the US government's conscious decision not to obstruct the opium/heroin business that is described in detail in this book. This small book is interesting, easy to read and contains no subliminal messages. What makes a knowledgeable reader want to throw it out the window is the indisputable fact that American leaders in Washington DC have probably destroyed many more innocent Afghan lives by supporting the heroin business than we ever did with mis-guided missiles. Ms. Nawa's years of undercover work documents the Afghan drug trade and those senior US and Afghan government and business people who profit by it and protect it. This book should be required reading by the key decision makers in Washington because they will find themselves indicted by their own wrong decisions. Recognition of this erroneous US policy would be a huge step on the road to finding some workable solution to protect the future of Afghanistan. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/4422895-opium-nation-child-brides-drug-lords-and-one-woman-s](https://www.desertcart.us/products/4422895-opium-nation-child-brides-drug-lords-and-one-woman-s) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-12*