The Gem Hunter - True Adventures of an American in Afghanistan
ISBN-0-9747323-1-1 by Gary W. Bowersox

This is the story of one man's 30 year endeavor to discover precious gems and to lead a life filled with loyal friends and extraordinary adventures. He finds it all in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan but not without risking his life. Gary W. Bowersox is an internationally known gem hunter, explorer, lecturer, author, gemologist and Viet Nam veteran who has been at a table next to Osama bin Laden and assisted the Department of Defense with the Afghan situation.

This book with it's 253 photos, maps, and figures is a must read for anyone interested in Afghanistan, gems, geography---a virtual Who's Who or Where is Where in Afghanistan.

You will finish it forewarned of the future by better understanding the international political intrigues behind the al-Qaeda movement.

For more information and to order the book go to http://www.gems-afghan.com