A Modern History of the KurdsIn this detailed history of the Kurds from the 19th century to the present day, McDowall examines the interplay of old and new aspects of the struggle, the importance of local rivalries within Kurdish society, the enduring authority of certain forms of leadership and the failure of modern states to respond to the challenge of Kurdish nationalism. Drawing extensively on primary sources McDowall's book is useful for all who want a better understanding of the underlying dynamics of the Kurdish question. |
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MODERN HIST OF THE KURDS
User Review - Not Available - Book VerdictMcDowall, a British specialist on Middle Eastern affairs (Palestine and Israel: The Uprising and Beyond, Univ. of California, 1990) and acknowledged expert on the Kurds, has produced a comprehensive ... Read full review
This wonderfully comprehensive work about the Kurdish people both entertained and instructed me in everything I needed to know, and more. I read it in 2016, and did not wish to return it to the library.
Knowledge of the populations of Kurds, and their origins and languages in this work is expansive. Extracts of historical evidence re-enforce all information provided, proving their veracity.
Tracing the histories of various Kurds, in countries neighbouring Turkey, including religious and political connections, cultural and linguistic developments, this book will fulfil your need for information about these intelligent, resourceful resilient people.
Clancette Clift
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| Title | A Modern History of the Kurds |
| Author | David McDowall |
| Edition | illustrated, reprint, revised |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Academic, 2004 |
| ISBN | 1850434166, 9781850434160 |
| Length | 515 pages |
| Subjects | › › History / Europe / Eastern History / Middle East / General Political Science / Comparative Politics Political Science / World / Middle Eastern Social Science / Anthropology / General Social Science / Gender Studies Social Science / Islamic Studies |
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