A History of the Tajiks

Name: A History of the Tajiks
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Iranians of the East

By Richard Foltz

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A History of the Tajiks by Richard Foltz offers an in-depth exploration of the Tajiks' past, tracing their roots from ancient times to modern-day developments. The book examines the cultural, political, and social influences that have shaped the Tajik identity and heritage. It provides a comprehensive overview of the region's complex history, including its interactions with neighbouring cultures and empires.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Central Asia, particularly the Tajik people. Richard Foltz provides an in-depth analysis of their development from ancient times to the present, offering insights into their language, religion, and socio-political dynamics. If you're fascinated by historical narratives that combine anthropology and cultural studies, this book is likely to be a compelling read for you.

A History of the Tajiks

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In this comprehensive and up-to-date history, from prehistoric proto-Indo-Iranian times to the post-Soviet period, Richard Foltz traces the complex linguistic, cultural, and political history of the Tajiks, a Persian-speaking Iranian ethnic group from the modern-day Central Asian states of Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan.

In eight chapters, the author explores the revitalisation of Persian culture under the Samanid Empire in the Tajik heartlands of historical Khorasan and Transoxiana; analyses the evolution of the politics of Tajik identity; and traces the history of the ethnic Tajik diaspora today.

This revised edition of A History of the Tajiks includes a new chapter on the Tajiks’ situation in Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan since 2018. It notably covers the effects of the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021 and the COVID pandemic in all three countries, as well as border clashes with Kyrgyzstan.

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A History of the Tajiks by Richard Foltz has been praised as an essential academic resource for those interested in Iranian or Central Asian studies, noted for its in-depth research and strong arguments. The book serves as an informative introduction to a previously underexplored subject, described as engaging and an outstanding achievement by experts in the field.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755649655

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: I.B. Tauris

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: 16 colour illus

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 280

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Education & Reference History & Military Middle Eastern History Non-Fiction Politics & Current Affairs Religion & Spirituality Richard Foltz

About the Author

Richard Foltz is Professor of Religions and Cultures at Concordia University, Canada.