Thomas Barfield

Thomas Barfield is a professor of anthropology at Boston University, where he teaches courses on Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Islamic studies. He has written extensively on the history and culture of Afghanistan, and has published several books on the subject. Barfield is a leading expert on the country's anthropology and sociology, and has conducted extensive research on the Taliban and other extremist groups. He is also a frequent commentator on television and radio, and has appeared on programs such as PBS and NPR. Barfield has a Ph.D. in anthropology from Harvard University and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.