The Resurgence of Central Asia: Islam Or NationalismJournalist Rashid covers the history, geography, economy, and social system of five ancient, predominantly Muslim nations that with the breakup of the Soviet Union, have suddenly become independent states: Kazackstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan. He compares the revolutions of 1917 and 1991 and delves into how their experiences under communism will shape their future. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
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