Central Asians under Russian Rule

Bacon has produced a landmark study of cultural change in Soviet Central Asia after a century of intensive modernization. She expertly weaves the historical, linguistic, geographic, political, economic, and cultural threads of the region into a fascinating narrative with well-selected photographs and an extensive bibliography. Highly recommended to specialist and generalist alike.

* World Affairs *

Bacon's work stands the test of time amazingly well. Her book may still be the best general introduction to modern Central Asia, especially regarding the sensitive topic of identity and Russification.

* Whole Earth *

Central Asians under Russian Rule is at the same time a useful compendium of facts on the native cultures and customs of the pastoral and oasis peoples, and a survey and assessment of the changes wrought in their ways by Russian and Soviet influences.

* International Affairs *

This objective, readable account will be a useful addition to literature on Central Asia. The book is well documented with an extensive bibliography.

* American Political Science Review *

This well-written book points to an interesting selectivity in the adoption or, on the contrary, rejection of an imported culture.

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