Khalid, Adeeb
Central Asia: A New History from the Imperial Conquests to the Present
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691235196
- author:
- Khalid, Adeeb
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 20.1 x 13 x 4.1 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Political Ideologies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Central Asia: A New History from Imperial Conquests to the Present explores the complex and often overlooked region at the crossroads of world events. Spanning over 200 years, this comprehensive history delves into how foreign conquests shaped Central Asian societies, forging connections with global exchanges of goods and ideas. Adeeb Khalid examines the historical forces that have shaped the region under imperial and Communist rule, shedding light on the management of ethnic heterogeneity by Qing and Tsarist empires, as well as Soviet and Chinese Communist attempts. The book reveals how deep interconnections between Russian and Chinese Central Asia endure to this day, including the integral role of Xinjiang within the broader region. This panoramic history provides a nuanced understanding of one of the most diverse and culturally vibrant regions on the planet, tracing the profound impact of modernity on Central Asia through colonialism, social revolution, nationalism, state-led modernization, and social engineering.
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