A History Of Inner Asia
by Svat Soucek /
2000 / English / PDF
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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.
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.
