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The Silent Steppe: The Memoir of a Kazakh Nomad Under Stalin

by Jan Butler, Mukhamet Shayakhmetov
The Silent Steppe: The Memoir of a Kazakh Nomad Under Stalin - Thryft
The Silent Steppe: The Memoir of a Kazakh Nomad Under Stalin - Thryft

Kazakh nomad resilience under Stalin's iron fist.

If you're drawn to gripping personal histories, Mukhamet Shayakhmetov's memoir will immerse you in the struggles and the indomitable spirit of the Kazakh people. His narrative weaves the rich tapestry of an ancient nomadic culture confronted with the harrowing trials of Stalin's regime. It's a rare peek into a world where familial bonds and cultural heritage collide with political tyranny.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Silent Steppe: The Memoir of a Kazakh Nomad Under Stalin

by Jan Butler, Mukhamet Shayakhmetov
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ISBN: 9781585679553
Authors: Jan Butler, Mukhamet Shayakhmetov
Publisher: Overlook/Rookery
Date of Publication: 2007-10-04
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Historical, Asia, Memoir, Biography, Biography Memoir
Goodreads rating: 4.05
(rated by 175 readers)

Description

Documents the tragic story of the Kazakh nomads of central Asia under Stalin's regime, offering insight into the culture's Islamic and pagan heritage, the ancient traditions that established their nomadic way of life, and the author's family's struggle to relocate and survive after his father was fatally incarcerated within a prison camp. 15,000 first printing.
 

Kazakh nomad resilience under Stalin's iron fist.

If you're drawn to gripping personal histories, Mukhamet Shayakhmetov's memoir will immerse you in the struggles and the indomitable spirit of the Kazakh people. His narrative weaves the rich tapestry of an ancient nomadic culture confronted with the harrowing trials of Stalin's regime. It's a rare peek into a world where familial bonds and cultural heritage collide with political tyranny.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.