The Man Who Would Be King: The First American in Afghanistan

The Man Who Would Be King is a gripping true story of adventure, ambition, and the quest for power.

Follow the journey of Josiah Harlan, a young American Quaker who raised the American flag on the summit of the Hindu Kush in Afghanistan and declared himself Prince of Ghor.

This thrilling tale of imperialism and hubris spans two decades, taking readers from the courts of Indian maharajas to the battlefields of Afghanistan.

With newly discovered documents and unpublished journals, Ben Macintyre brings Harlan's incredible story to life in this must-read for fans of Kipling's classic tale and anyone interested in the history of adventure and exploration.

Don't miss out on this captivating true story of a man who dared to dream big and risk everything for his vision of greatness.