Central Asia

An informative guide to the recently emerged states of Uzbekistan Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan providing coverage of a broad range of political economic and cultural issues.As conflicts continue in Iraq and political tensions mount in China the world is beginning to take notice of Central Asia as the crossroads between the Middle East Asia and Europe. Central Asia: A Global Studies Handbook explores the three central states of the region Uzbekistan Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan and provides insight to their past present and future.The first of its kind this reference work covers a wide range of topics on Central Asia as a whole. From the geography history and economics to politics education and religion students and teachers will find this an informative and comprehensive research source while business-people and travelers will discover a fascinating look into the region''s society. From the times of Alexander through globalization and the politicization of Islam the mysteries of Central Asia are finally brought to light.