«Few foreign journalists have put in as much time, or as much heart, into Afghanistan over the past decade as Andrew Quilty. His dedication and integrity has been unwavering even in face of great danger, hardship and pressure. His work in exposing the wrongdoing committed by U.S. backed forces is unparalleled, and anyone wishing to understand the West's defeat after 20 years of war should read this book.»

Jessica Donati, author of Eagle Down (a Financial Times book of the year) and Wall Street Journal na

«By foregrounding the stories of ordinary Afghans who must now pick up the pieces, [August in Kabul] makes for compelling reading.»

Mike Phipps, Labour Hub

«A vital eyewitness account by one of the few Western journalists to stay behind in Kabul throughout the evacuation. Quilty brings those hectic days in August to life on the page.»

Matthieu Aikins, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "The Naked Don't Fear the Water"

"Andrew Quilty has written the definitive account of America's catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan. Blending courageous on-the-ground reporting with meticulous research, August in Kabul offers an authoritative and devastating answer to anyone who has wondered, How could this have happened? Quilty was not just in the mob outside of the airport as the last American aircraft left Kabul; he'd been living in the country, covering the events leading up to that moment, for the past nine years. Only someone with Quilty's deep experience could have written such a moving and revelatory chronicle, with such empathy and insight."

Luke Mogelson, Journalist and author of 'The Storm is Here'

«The book is a huge inspiration to people both in Afghanistan and outside Afghanistan. . . . An amazing contribution.»

New Books Network

«A gripping account. . . . Quilty’s narrative is powerful and illuminating, weaving together the personal stories of resilience, fear, and hope that unfolded amidst the chaos. He skillfully highlights the complexities of the situation, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the larger geopolitical forces at play and the far-reaching consequences of foreign intervention in Afghanistan in chronological order. . . . A vital contribution to the historical record, offering readers a remarkable and deeply human perspective on a pivotal moment in recent history. With meticulous research, powerful storytelling, Quilty crafts a narrative that will leave a lasting impact on readers, urging them to reflect on the complexities of war, its aftermath. August in Kabul is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the Afghan conflict and the profound impact it has had on individuals and nations alike.»

Politics Today

«Few foreign reporters have spent as much time in Afghanistan, or traveled the country as widely, as Andrew Quilty. As readers we are lucky that he was there when the Taliban captured Kabul. This astute and vivid first-hand account of the fall of Kabul, and of the fates of the people caught in the chaos, is a must-read. Quilty writes with passion, honesty and a photographer’s eye for detail. You may know the ending, but he makes everything leading up to it a genuine page-turner.»

Sune Engel Rasmussen, Author and correspondent for The Wall Street Journal