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The Hungry Steppe: Famine, Violence, And The Making Of Soviet Kazakhstan
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The Hungry Steppe Examines One Of The Most Heinous Crimes Of The Stalinist Regime: The Kazakh Famine Of 193033. More Than 1.5 Million People, A Quarter Of Kazakhstan'S Population, Perished. Yet The Story Of This Famine Has Remained Mostly Hidden From View. Sarah Cameron Reveals This Brutal Story And Its Devastating Consequences For Kazakh Society.Through Extremely Violent Means, The Kazakh Famine Created Soviet Kazakhstan, A Stable Territory With Clear Boundaries That Was An Integral Part Of The Soviet Economy; And It Forged A New Kazakh National Identity. But Ultimately, Cameron Finds, Neither Kazakhstan Nor Kazakhs Themselves Integrated Into Soviet Society The Way Moscow Intended. The Experience Of The Famine Scarred The Republic And Shaped Its Transformation Into An Independent Nation In 1991.Cameron Examines The Kazakh Famine To Overturn Several Assumptions About Violence, Modernization, And Nationmaking Under Stalin, Highlighting The Creation Of A New Kazakh National Identity And How Environmental Factors Shaped Soviet Development. Ultimately, The Hungry Steppe Depicts The Soviet Regime And Its Disastrous Policies In A New And Unusual Light.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: 'The Hungry Steppe' focuses on the Kazakh famine of 1930–33, a tragic event during the Stalinist regime that resulted in the deaths of over 1.5 million people and significantly impacted Kazakh society and identity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: The book is authored by Sarah Cameron, who draws on various historical documents and oral histories to tell the story of the Kazakh famine.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: 'The Hungry Steppe' was published on November 15, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Hungry Steppe' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: The book contains 294 pages, providing an in-depth examination of its subject matter.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: The book explores themes such as famine, violence, state-driven modernization, and the creation of a national identity in Kazakhstan under Soviet rule.
- Q: Is 'The Hungry Steppe' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Hungry Steppe' includes detailed research and references to state documents and personal accounts, making it suitable for academic studies in history and sociology.
- Q: What makes 'The Hungry Steppe' significant in historical literature? A: 'The Hungry Steppe' is significant as it sheds light on a largely overlooked tragedy in Soviet history, providing insights into the socio-political transformations in Kazakhstan.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or maps included in 'The Hungry Steppe'? A: The book does not specifically mention illustrations or maps in its description, focusing instead on textual content and historical analysis.
- Q: Can 'The Hungry Steppe' help readers understand modern Kazakhstan? A: Yes, the book connects historical events like the Kazakh famine to the formation of modern Kazakhstan, providing context for its current identity and political landscape.