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Tashkent: Forging a Soviet City, 19301966 (Central Eurasia in Context),Used
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Paul Stronski tells the fascinating story of Tashkent, an ethnically diverse, primarily Muslim city that became the prototype for the Sovietera reimagining of urban centers in Central Asia. Based on extensive research in Russian and Uzbek archives, Stronski shows us how Soviet officials, planners, and architects strived to integrate local ethnic traditions and socialist ideology into a newly constructed urban space and propaganda showcase.The Soviets planned to transform Tashkent from a feudal city of the tsarist era into a flourishing garden, replete with fountains, a lakeside resort, modern roadways, schools, hospitals, apartment buildings, and of course, factories. The city was intended to be a shining example to the world of the successful assimilation of a distinctly nonRussian city and its citizens through the catalyst of socialism. As Stronski reveals, the physical building of this Soviet city was not an end in itself, but rather a means to change the people and their society.Stronski analyzes how the local population of Tashkent reacted to, resisted, and eventually acquiesced to the citys socialist transformation. He records their experiences of the Great Terror, World War II, Stalins death, and the developments of the Krushchev and Brezhnev eras up until the earthquake of 1966, which leveled large parts of the city. Stronski finds that the Soviets established a legitimacy that transformed Tashkent and its people into one of the more stalwart supporters of the regime through years of political and cultural changes and finally during the upheavals of glasnost.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Tashkent: Forging a Soviet City, 1930–1966'? A: The book focuses on the transformation of Tashkent into a Soviet city, exploring how Soviet planners integrated local traditions and socialist ideology into the urban landscape.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Paul Stronski, who has conducted extensive research in Russian and Uzbek archives.
- Q: What historical events does the book cover? A: The book covers significant events such as the Great Terror, World War II, Stalin's death, and the developments during the Khrushchev and Brezhnev eras.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 19, 2010.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in Central Asian history? A: Yes, the book is categorized under Central Asia and is ideal for readers interested in the historical and cultural transformation of the region.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the physical and ideological transformation of Tashkent and the local population's response to the Soviet regime.
- Q: Was this book well-received by critics or readers? A: While individual opinions may vary, the book has been noted for its extensive research and insightful analysis of Tashkent's history.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.