384 Pages
by
Routledge
384 Pages
by
Routledge
The Circassians have a long history forged in the crucible of their homeland in the mountains and valleys of the Northwest Caucasus. Of the many peoples of the Caucasus, they are notable for their wide and vociferous diaspora, particularly in Turkey and the Middle East. After living for many centuries in comparative obscurity under the shadow of Russia, the Circassians staged a minor comeback... Read more
Foreword Acknowledgements Maps Introduction 1. People and land 2. History: earliest to the 18th century 3. History: the Russian-Circassian War to the collapse of the Soviet Union 4. Politics and current affairs 5. The Diaspora 6. Economy 7. Religion and beliefs 8. Social Structure 9. Customs and traditions 10. Folklore 11. Arts, crafts and architecture 12. Music and dance 13. Language and linguistic policy 14. Literature 15. Theatre, media and film Afterword Proverbs and sayings Chronology Appendices: The Circassian Pantheon and caste system Latinized Kabardian alphabet Circassian lexicography Bibliographies and journals Bibliography Notes Index
Biography
Amjad Jaimoukha
'This exceptionally comprehensive handbook maintains throughout the highest scholarly rigor ... a fundamental reference.' - Choice Magazine
'The Circassians makes a valuable contribution by providing a base of solid and reliable data about this group and by explicitly presenting the minority perspective.' - The Times Literary Supplement
