The book tells the true story of a man who, after a failed attempt to climb K2, the world's second highest mountain, is taken in by the people of a small village in Pakistan. Touched by their kindness and noticing their lack of educational facilities, he promises to build them a school. The story follows his journey of fulfilling this promise, which expands into a mission to build schools, especially for girls, in remote regions of Pakistan and Afghanistan, despite numerous challenges, including financial struggles, cultural barriers and threats from the Taliban.

This book is a memoir that tells the inspiring story of a young Pakistani girl named Malala Yousafzai, who defied the Taliban and fought for girls' education. From her early childhood in the Swat Valley to her miraculous recovery after being shot in the head by the Taliban, Malala shares her experiences and her unwavering determination to speak out against injustice. Her powerful voice and unwavering courage have made her a symbol of hope and a global advocate for education and human rights.

"Ghost Wars" is an in-depth exploration of the complex history of Afghanistan from the Soviet invasion in 1979 to just before the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The book provides an intricate account of the CIA's role and America's foreign policy in Afghanistan, the rise of the Taliban, and the emergence of Osama Bin Laden. It also details the numerous missed opportunities to capture or kill Bin Laden, and the failure to prevent the 9/11 attacks.