Publication

2005 - ABC-CLIO, Santa Barbara, Calif, California

Language

English

Word Count

116,500 words, Guess

Page Count

466 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-101851096566
  • ISBN-101851096612
  • ISBN-139781851096565
  • ISBN-139781851096619
  • Goodreads1826423', '4549566
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  • LibraryThing4137544
  • Library of Congress Control Number2005014716
  • Better World Books9781851096565
  • Open LibraryOL3400446M

Classifications

  • DDC958
  • LCCDS327.5 .H36 2005
  • LCCDS327.5.H36 2005

Description

As conflicts continue in Iraq and political tensions mount in China, the world is beginning to take notice of Central Asia as the crossroads between the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Central Asia: A Global Studies Handbook explores the three central states of the region, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan, and provides insight to their past, present, and future.The first of its kind, this reference work covers a wide range of topics on Central Asia as a whole. From the geography, history, and economics to politics, education, and religion, students and teachers will find this an informative and comprehensive research source, while business-people and travelers will discover a fascinating look into the region's society. From the times of Alexander through globalization and the politicization of Islam, the mysteries of Central Asia are finally brought to light.

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  • Central Asia: a global studies handbookABC-CLIO2005-01-01

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