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The Stories of the Great Steppe: The Anthology of Modern Kazakh Literature,New
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Featuring firsttime translations of numerous examples of modern Kazakh literature for publication in the USA, this anthology provides excellent examples of literary life in both Soviet and postSoviet Kazakhstan, and introduces readers to the rich literary traditions of the region. The materials introduce the rich literary heritage of Kazakhstan, which is a part of the unique prose and poetry traditions of the Central Asia steppes and Eurasia.The selected readings will enhance the understanding of unique nomadic culture and Central Asian universe of the great Eurasia Steppe, which, in the words of British Chancellor George Curzon, has 'charms for the historian, the archeologist, the man of science ....' The Stories of the Great Steppe was designed as an a supplementary reader and textbook for students and general public studying 20th century Eastern European, Russian, and Central Asian literature, culture, and intellectual history. It can be used in courses on Slavic literature, Russian and Soviet literature, Russian cultural history, World History, and the History of World Civilizations.Dr. Rafis Abazov is an adjunct professor at Columbia University (New York, USA) and a visiting professor at Al Farabi Kazakh National University (Almaty, Kazakhstan). He has written six books, including The Culture and Customs of the Central Asian Republics (2007), Green Desert: The Life and Poetry of Olzhas Suleimenov (2011), and The Stories of the Great Steppe (2013). His research interests and publications focus on cultural globalization and the intellectual history of Central Eurasia and Russia, as well as public policy, governance, and contemporary cultural, intellectual and political trends in the region.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Stories of the Great Steppe'? A: The anthology primarily focuses on modern Kazakh literature, featuring first-time translations that showcase the literary life in both Soviet and post-Soviet Kazakhstan.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Dr. Rafis Abazov, who is an adjunct professor at Columbia University and a visiting professor at Al Farabi Kazakh National University.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: This book covers topics related to 20th century Eastern European, Russian, and Central Asian literature, as well as cultural and intellectual history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, it is designed as a supplementary reader and textbook for students studying Slavic literature, Russian cultural history, and World History.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 252 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: When was 'The Stories of the Great Steppe' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 2013.
- Q: What unique features does the anthology offer? A: The anthology includes illustrated content and first-time translations of various modern Kazakh literary works.
- Q: Can this book enhance my understanding of Central Asian culture? A: Yes, the selected readings aim to deepen the understanding of the unique nomadic culture and literary traditions of the Central Asian steppes.