Where is Afghanistan? A the crossroads of ancient trade routes, once a place of peace, beauty, and prosperity, and today, ground zero of the war against terrorism. Afghanistan is a nation worth knowing more about. The facts in Afghanistan--A Country at the Crossroads of War and Peace are presented in a tactful and clear manner, the kind of reading which will help all kids understand such a misunderstood nation. 48 pp, Ages 9 and up.