Charlie Wilson’s War (Abridged): The Extraordinary Story of How the Wildest Man in Congress and a Rogue CIA Agent Changed the History of Our Times Audiobook

" Fascinating. Couldn't believe that what Wilson did was possible. Learned a LOT about the 80's war in Afganistan and was intrigued to see how that contributed to the state of the world in Sep 2001. "

" Crile writes in an easy readable manner. The story is borderline unbelieveable and yet too true. The book provides great background information on the current situation in Pakistan and Afghanistan. "

" Shortly after I finished reading this book Sen Charlie Wilson (D-Tex) died. I thought it was just coincidence, but who knows... "

" Facts, lots of facts. An amazing look at our government, the CIA and Afghanistan in the 1980's - and the connection to our military action there today. It reads like a Clancy book - but this is the real stuff. If you are in a big hurry, just read the afterward. Supurb! "

" shows us all how the government works, for some. "

" A bit long and windy in some parts, but this is an incredibly compelling story that provides many insights into the U.S.'s current conflict in Afghanistan. An incredible display the use and abuse of power. "

" Read the book first! The movie is alright but read the book first. "

" Extremely thorough. Eye-opening insights into the government of our country and other countries true inner workings and how the grease is applied to the political machines.....and what one lady's party-throwing-skills can do to change the world in a dramatic way. "

" I really enjoyed this book. It was, of course, much better than the film (which I also enjoyed). "

" How an unknown congressman from texas brought down the USSR. An unbelievable story. "

" Amazing story of how the U.S. funded the Afghan mujahideen during the 1980's after the (1979) Soviet invasion. The book reads like fiction. "

" this one has to go back on the shelf... can't get into it. "

" Amazing, more than often I keep finding other connection of how Nicaragua was used as a chess piece in a US operative. Hmmm, History tends to reveal itself more and more. "

" I really liked the facts and knowing the background and policies behind the afghan war and the cold war years. Some of the language is definitely not enjoyable, but other than that it is very intriguing and enlightening. "

" Loved this! I just saw the movie and it's amazing! I didn't ever imagine Tom Hanks as CW, but he totally pulled it off! This is a true story about a true hero! The best part is that CW is a rebel with a cause! "

" I enjoyed the book, and found the characters almost hard to believe, which made it fascinating. I think I was really in awe of the 1980's US government and comparing that to how things work today. It was a different time back then. "

" Helped explain a lot, the movie is pretty accurate, the book is way more detailed though. "

" great book but too long. lost interest 3/4 of the way through "

" One of my favorite books ever! A bit of a history lesson as well. "

" This purports to be a true story, and I believe it is in its essentials, but it's difficult to believe that government operates in such a slipshod way and that millions of taxpayer dollars can be committed to a cause with so little Congressional oversight. "

" Another good book that was also better than the movie. "

" I couldn't make my way all the way through the book, but it was interesting and I learned a lot. "

" Brilliantly told "

" Great book. I actually listened to it and found it very enjoyable, historically fasinating and politically neutral. There were no punches thrown at Dempcrates or Republicans. I found it very rewarding to listen to. "

" great read...fantastic exploration of almost fantastic proportions...why truth is greater than fiction. A great illumination to the current middle east- well researched, with a novel flow. absolutely fabulous. "

" I've been working on this book for years now. Yes, embarrassing but true. It's the first book that I'm trying to read before I see the movie. "