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Openaccess edition: DOI 10.6069/9780295800554The Chinesespeaking Muslims have for centuries been an inseparable but anomalous part of Chinese societySinophone yet incomprehensible, local yet outsiders, normal but different. Long regarded by the Chinese government as prone to violence, they have challenged fundamental Chinese conceptions of self and other and denied the totally transforming power of Chinese civilization by tenaciously maintaining connections with Central and West Asia as well as some cultural differences from their nonMuslim neighbors.Familiar Strangers narrates a history of the Muslims of northwest China, at the intersection of the frontiers of the MongolianManchu, Tibetan, Turkic, and Chinese cultural regions. Based on primary and secondary sources in a variety of languages, Familiar Strangers examines the nature of ethnicity and periphery, the role of religion and ethnicity in personal and collective decisions in violent times, and the complexity of belonging to two cultures at once. Concerning itself with a frontier very distant from the core areas of Chinese culture and very strange to most Chinese, it explores the influence of language, religion, and place on SinoMuslim identity.
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I appreciated the insights in this book, especially how it covers various ethnic groups. However, I wished it included more personal stories to bring the history to life. Still, a solid addition to my collection!
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Li Wei
An Eye-Opening Read About Northwest China
'Familiar Strangers' provides a deep dive into the history of Muslims in Northwest China, which I found fascinating. It's well researched and gives a voice to communities that often go unnoticed. Perfect for anyone interested in ethnic studies or Chinese history!
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Zayda Al-Farsi
Interesting but Difficult to Read
I had high hopes for this book, but I struggled with the complex structure and dense writing. The subject matter is important, but it could use a more engaging narrative style to keep readers interested.
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David Johnson
Informative but Dense
'A History of Muslims in Northwest China' is packed with information, but sometimes it felt a bit overwhelming. The academic language could be simplified for easier understanding. It’s good for serious scholars, but I found it challenging at times.
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