A History of Inner Asia

Soucek, Svat

ISBN 10: 0521657040 / ISBN 13: 9780521657044

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2000

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384 Pages Maps.

Seller Inventory # 042418

Bibliographic Details

• Title: A History of Inner Asia
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521657040
• ISBN 13: 9780521657044
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: New
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Asia

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Synopsis

This accessible introduction to Inner Asia traces its history from the arrival of Islam, through the various dynasties to the Russian conquest. The contemporary focus rests on the seven countries that make up present-day Eurasia: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Sinkiang and Mongolia. Since the fall of the Soviet Union, renewed interest in these countries has prompted considerable debate. While a divergent literature has evolved, no comprehensive survey of the region exists. This book will fill the gap and become indispensable for anyone studying or visiting the area.

Review

"...eminently readable, often fascinating, and full of quirky but thought-provoking angles on the region's history..." Journal of World History

"Soucek...introduces the history and current status of seven countries that suddenly appeared in Western consciousness when the Soviet Union collapsed." Reference & Research Book News