Tajikistan (Then & Now (Lerner))
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (522 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0822528169 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 56 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In four chapters, Tajikistan's history, geography, culture, economic conditions, environmental concerns, and future outlook are described. From School Library Journal Grade 5-8-A timely, readable, well-illustrated, accurate portrayal of life in the newly independent, former Soviet Central Asian republic. Some of the presentation suffers from oversimplification, e.g., the difference between Sunni and Shiite Muslims is mentioned, but not discussed. Every page contains at least one high-quality color photograph, which greatly enhances the text. The maps are also first-rate. On the other hand, a section on the linguistic, political, and historical derivations of the Tajik language includes details that may confuse some readers. Overall, this series entry is very well done and should be added to libraries needing recent information on this troubled part of the w
Discusses the geography, history, people, economics, politics, and future of the central Asian country that was the smallest and poorest Soviet republic.
This book HELPED!!! Amanda This book really helped me on my school project. It was the only book I needed to get 100% on a paper worth 200 pts. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone wanting to know more on Tajikistan, or anyone doing a report on it. 5 STARS!!!!. "An excellent introduction to Tajikistan" according to The Reviewer Formerly Known as Kurt Johnson. This colorful book is part of the wonderful Then & Now series, and is an excellent introduction to Tajikistan. The information is divided into four chapters: 1) The Land and People of Tajikistan (geography and sociology), 2) Tajikistan’s Story (history), Making a Liv