--- product_id: 4799925 title: "No Exit from Pakistan: America's Tortured Relationship with Islamabad" price: "€ 48.94" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/4799925-no-exit-from-pakistan-americas-tortured-relationship-with-islamabad store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # No Exit from Pakistan: America's Tortured Relationship with Islamabad **Price:** € 48.94 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** No Exit from Pakistan: America's Tortured Relationship with Islamabad - **How much does it cost?** € 48.94 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/4799925-no-exit-from-pakistan-americas-tortured-relationship-with-islamabad) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This book tells the story of the tragic and often tormented relationship between the United States and Pakistan. Pakistan’s internal troubles have already threatened U.S. security and international peace, and Pakistan’s rapidly growing population, nuclear arsenal, and relationships with China and India will continue to force it upon America’s geostrategic map in new and important ways over the coming decades. This book explores the main trends in Pakistani society that will help determine its future; traces the wellsprings of Pakistani anti-American sentiment through the history of U.S.-Pakistan relations from 1947 to 2001; assesses how Washington made and implemented policies regarding Pakistan since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001; and analyzes how regional dynamics, especially the rise of China, will likely shape U.S.-Pakistan relations. It concludes with three options for future U.S. strategy, described as defensive insulation, military-first cooperation, and comprehensive cooperation. The book explains how Washington can prepare for the worst, aim for the best, and avoid past mistakes. Review: A great resource for the informed, accessible for all - Though this book's title suggests mere policy prescription, No Exit contributes in several ways. First, before wading into policy, the author faces head-on the question of how an American audience should view the country that is the subject of the book. Some classic works on Pakistan have described the main power centers in the country -- think Haqqani or Nasr. Others have tackled isolated questions: for instance, whether or not the government is headed for failure. But, in addition to covering those details, this book stands out in its description of the four partially-contradictory lenses through which Americans might view Pakistan. This shows implicitly how much outsiders can miss by seeing the country through a single lens. Second, No Exit provides a helpful historical overview of US-Pakistan relations, including incidents that have unfolded recently. The historical sections are well-written and feature recaps of some interesting interactions between the author and Pakistani figures, sometimes at key moments. Third, Markey outlines the main strands of anti-Americanism in the country: different groups have different primary complaints about the US relationship. Finally, the book engages in policy prescription not by presenting a silver bullet but by sketching out three main approaches that are available to the US; he explains the benefits and pitfalls of each one and explains why elements of each may need to factor into policy. Review: A recepie for policy shift - This is the first time a leading American scholar on Pakistan so vehemently dispels the myths surrounding the Pakistani army's exceptionalism. Markey, who formerly worked for the State Department, has emerged as a new ardent supporter for US cooperation with Pakistan's civilian leadership instead of the powerful army. This book challenges the dominant narrative in Washington DC that has always talked about the inevitability of the Pakistan army. This book shows that a counter-narrative is fast taking roots in DC's policy circle against the previously held position by scholars like Dr. Stephen Cohen who portrayed the army as Pakistan's ultimate savior. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,568,392 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #281 in Pakistan History #1,788 in International Diplomacy (Books) #1,960 in International Relations (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 91 Reviews | ## Images ![No Exit from Pakistan: America's Tortured Relationship with Islamabad - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61cHfayGLIS.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great resource for the informed, accessible for all *by O***R on February 16, 2014* Though this book's title suggests mere policy prescription, No Exit contributes in several ways. First, before wading into policy, the author faces head-on the question of how an American audience should view the country that is the subject of the book. Some classic works on Pakistan have described the main power centers in the country -- think Haqqani or Nasr. Others have tackled isolated questions: for instance, whether or not the government is headed for failure. But, in addition to covering those details, this book stands out in its description of the four partially-contradictory lenses through which Americans might view Pakistan. This shows implicitly how much outsiders can miss by seeing the country through a single lens. Second, No Exit provides a helpful historical overview of US-Pakistan relations, including incidents that have unfolded recently. The historical sections are well-written and feature recaps of some interesting interactions between the author and Pakistani figures, sometimes at key moments. Third, Markey outlines the main strands of anti-Americanism in the country: different groups have different primary complaints about the US relationship. Finally, the book engages in policy prescription not by presenting a silver bullet but by sketching out three main approaches that are available to the US; he explains the benefits and pitfalls of each one and explains why elements of each may need to factor into policy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A recepie for policy shift *by S***D on November 4, 2013* This is the first time a leading American scholar on Pakistan so vehemently dispels the myths surrounding the Pakistani army's exceptionalism. Markey, who formerly worked for the State Department, has emerged as a new ardent supporter for US cooperation with Pakistan's civilian leadership instead of the powerful army. This book challenges the dominant narrative in Washington DC that has always talked about the inevitability of the Pakistan army. This book shows that a counter-narrative is fast taking roots in DC's policy circle against the previously held position by scholars like Dr. Stephen Cohen who portrayed the army as Pakistan's ultimate savior. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book *by J***J on November 20, 2013* This is an extremely well written and cogently argued book. It presents a thorough picture of a very complex relationship between the US and Pakistan, a relationship that brings to mind that line from "Cheers": you can't live with them but you can't live without them. Neither side can afford to let this relationship fall to pieces, but both have a whole spectrum of mutual complaints corroding the day to day interactions. The author does a great job analyzing these issues, and goes beyond them, offering a structured set of thoughts on how the relationship may advance from the US standpoint. As he writes, in the end, this is not a sprint but a marathon, and Washington should accept it. A highly recommended read on this long-term strategic challenge for US foreign policy. ## Frequently Bought Together - No Exit from Pakistan: America's Tortured Relationship with Islamabad - The Impossible State: North Korea, Past and Future - Thirteen Days: A Memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis --- ## 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.gr/products/4799925-no-exit-from-pakistan-americas-tortured-relationship-with-islamabad](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/4799925-no-exit-from-pakistan-americas-tortured-relationship-with-islamabad) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*