Download or read book Language Attitudes Towards Kyrgyz and Russian written by Britta Korth and published by Peter Lang. This book was released on 2005 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Language contact between Russian and Kyrgyz speakers in the Kyrgyz Soviet Socialist Republic and in present day Kyrgyzstan has historically been a source of conflict. With independence, the young state began its search for a new identity in which language played a crucial role. Communicative and symbolic necessities therefore had to be considered in the formulation of an adequate language policy. This book describes the sociolinguistic processes in independent Kyrgyzstan from an ethno-linguistic perspective and gives an overview of language policy in both the Soviet Union and independent Kyrgyzstan. Drawing on 25 in-depth interviews and observations conducted during two years of fieldwork in Kyrgyzstan, the author explains why, in contrast to the status of titular languages in other former Soviet republics, the Kyrgyz language in Kyrgyzstan is still dominated by Russian after more than a decade of independence.
Download or read book Kyrgyz Vocabulary written by Nurlan Akhmetov and published by Preceptor Language Guides. This book was released on 2015-02-14 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook lists thousands of words in English with translations into Kyrgyz, perfect for beginners just starting to learn the language and indispensable for more advanced speakers. Words are divided into 18 pertinent and handy categories, including measurements, weather, people, animals, traveling, shopping and much more. The guide begins with a list of Kyrgyz letters and their IPA pronunciations, before delving into the most common and useful words in the language, so that whether you are in a classroom or in a shop in Bishkek, you have the vocabulary you need to succeed - right at your fingertips.
Download or read book Kyrgyz for Beginners written by My Azeri Classes and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2018-12-19 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kyrgyz for Beginners is comprehensive language course with recordings for English speakers who are looking for a modern approach to learn Kyrgyz. It is bilingual (Kyrgyz-English) book with structural methods of learning language intended for complete beginners and pre-intermediate students. The book is organized into 10 units. Each unit is designed to build upon the knowledge you have gained in the previous one. At the end of each unit you will have a blank page for your notes. The units start with an opening dialogue and then notes about the language points or the culture. The units also cover useful words and expressions relevant to the topic of the discussion. The exercises that follow are an essential part of each unit and one can complete them using the answer key right after the exercise section. Learn Kyrgyz in no time! Please, find audio recordings of this book and other available Kyrgyz learning resources under the website "www.myazericlasses.com."
Download or read book Speaking Soviet with an Accent written by Ali F. Igmen and published by University of Pittsburgh Pre. This book was released on 2012-07-31 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Speaking Soviet with an Accent presents the first English-language study of Soviet culture clubs in Kyrgyzstan. These clubs profoundly influenced the future of Kyrgyz cultural identity and fostered the work of many artists, such as famed novelist Chingiz Aitmatov. Based on extensive oral history and archival research, Ali Igmen follows the rise of culture clubs beginning in the 1920s, when they were established to inculcate Soviet ideology and create a sedentary lifestyle among the historically nomadic Kyrgyz people. These "Red clubs" are fondly remembered by locals as one of the few places where lively activities and socialization with other members of their ail (village or tribal unit) could be found. Through lectures, readings, books, plays, concerts, operas, visual arts, and cultural Olympiads, locals were exposed to Soviet notions of modernization. But these programs also encouraged the creation of a newfound "Kyrgyzness" that preserved aspects of local traditions and celebrated the achievements of Kyrgyz citizens in the building of a new state. These ideals proved appealing to many Kyrgyz, who, for centuries, had seen riches and power in the hands of a few tribal chieftains and Russian imperialists. This book offers new insights into the formation of modern cultural identity in Central Asia. Here, like their imperial predecessors, the Soviets sought to extend their physical borders and political influence. But Igmen also reveals the remarkable agency of the Kyrgyz people, who employed available resources to meld their own heritage with Soviet and Russian ideologies and form artistic expressions that continue to influence Kyrgyzstan today.
Download or read book Heritage and Identity in the Turkic World written by Alva Robinson and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume builds on the work of Ilse Laude-Cirtautas (1926-2019), a pioneering Turkologist who introduced the field of comparative Turkic studies to the US in the 1960s. It presents an ongoing dialogue whereby scholars from central and inner Asia and the West engage on issues of Turkic heritage, identity, language and literature. The discussions enrich scholarship in Central and Inner Asian Studies and explore the question "Who are the Turks?"
Download or read book Intelligent Information and Database Systems written by Ngoc Thanh Nguyen and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-04-04 with total page 867 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 13th Asian Conference on Intelligent Information and Database Systems, ACIIDS 2021, held in Phuket, Thailand, in April 2021.* The 67 full papers accepted for publication in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 291 submissions. The papers of the first volume are organized in the following topical sections: data mining methods and applications; machine learning methods; decision support and control systems; natural language processing; cybersecurity intelligent methods; computer vision techniques; computational imaging and vision; advanced data mining techniques and applications; intelligent and contextual systems; commonsense knowledge, reasoning and programming in artificial intelligence; data modelling and processing for industry 4.0; innovations in intelligent systems. *The conference was held virtually.
Download or read book Computer and Information Science 2009 written by Roger Lee and published by Springer. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume includes the best papers of the IEEE/ACIS International Conference on Computer and Information Science, ICIS 2009, held on June 2009 in Shanghai, China.
Download or read book Library of Congress Subject Headings written by Library of Congress and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 1546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rich Culture and History of Kyrgyzstan written by Askar Beshimov and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-02-24 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kyrgyzstan, located in Central Asia, is a landlocked country renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Bordered by Kazakh- stan to the north, China to the east, Tajikistan to the south, and Uzbekistan to the west, Kyrgyzstan is often referred to as the "Switzerland of Central Asia" due to its majestic mountain landscapes. Kyrgyzstan has a diverse cultural heritage, shaped by its nomadic history and influences from various ethnic groups. The Kyrgyz people, known for their warm hospitality, still practice traditional customs like the nomadic yurt dwelling and horsemanship. Kyrgyzstan's tourism industry is growing as more travelers discover its charms. Visitors can explore historical sites like the Silk Road caravanserais, engage in trekking and horseback riding adventures, and immerse them- selves in the unique Kyrgyz culture. In conclusion, Kyrgyzstan's natural beauty, cultural richness, and hospita- ble people make it a hidden gem for travelers seeking an off-the-beat- en-path experience in Central Asia. This book is a crisp guide about this rich heritage country.
Download or read book Introduction to Kyrgyzstan written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kyrgyzstan, officially called the Kyrgyz Republic, is a small Central Asian country nestled between Kazakhstan to the north and China to the east. The mountainous terrain of the country is dominated by the Tien Shan mountain range, which stretches from China to Kazakhstan. The capital city of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek, which is located in the north of the country. The country was part of the Soviet Union until its dissolution in 1991, after which it became an independent republic. Kyrgyzstan has a population of approximately 6 million people and is predominantly ethnic Kyrgyz, with a significant minority of Uzbeks and smaller communities of Russians, Ukrainians, and other Central Asian groups. The official language is Kyrgyz, with Russian also widely spoken. The country has a rich culture and history, with traditional music, dance, and crafts still a part of daily life. Tourism is an important industry for Kyrgyzstan, with many visitors attracted to the country's stunning natural beauty, including Lake Issyk-Kul, one of the largest alpine lakes in the world, and scenic hiking trails in the Tien Shan mountains.
Download or read book The Transformation of Central Asia written by Pauline Jones Luong and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2018-08-06 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, former Communist Party leaders in Central Asia were faced with the daunting task of building states where they previously had not existed: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Their task was complicated by the institutional and ideological legacy of the Soviet system as well as by a more actively engaged international community. These nascent states inherited a set of institutions that included bloated bureaucracies, centralized economic planning, and patronage networks. Some of these institutions survived, others have mutated, and new institutions have been created. Experts on Central Asia here examine the emerging relationship between state actors and social forces in the region. Through the prism of local institutions, the authors reassess both our understanding of Central Asia and of the state-building process more broadly. They scrutinize a wide array of institutional actors, ranging from regional governments and neighborhood committees to transnational and non-governmental organizations. With original empirical research and theoretical insight, the volume's contributors illuminate an obscure but resource-rich and strategically significant region.
Download or read book Islamic Culture and Pre Islamic Beliefs in Central Asia written by Mihai Dragnea and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-09-11 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The introduction of Islam ushered in an era of social and cultural change to the region. Some pre-Islamic sacred places have been transformed into Islamic ones, and the cult of saints absorbed elements of both local and Arab mythology. This volume which is a project initiated by the Balkan History Association, focuses on Islamic culture, traditions, and pre-Islamic beliefs in Central Asia. The chapters emphasize the importance of religious life, the significance of certain “sacred places,” and their role in the socio-spiritual life. The volume includes research spanning a period from antiquity to the Post-Soviet era to explore how landscapes of religious places and practices were interpreted and reinterpreted through time.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of the World s Minorities written by Carl Skutsch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 3103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study of minorities involves the difficult issues of rights, justice, equality, dignity, identity, autonomy, political liberties, and cultural freedoms. The A-Z Encyclopedia presents the facts, arguments, and areas of contention in over 560 entries in a clear, objective manner. For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of the World's Minorities website.
Download or read book Library of Congress Subject Headings written by Library of Congress. Cataloging Policy and Support Office and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 1298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book China s Borderlands written by Steven Parham and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-02-27 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This region - which marks the meeting of China and post-Soviet Central Asia - is increasingly important militarily, economically and geographically. Yet we know little of the people that live there, beyond a romanticised 'Silk Road' sense of fraternity. In fact, relations between the people of this region are tense, and border violence is escalating - even as the identity and nationality of the people on the ground shifts to meet their new geopolitical realities. As Steven Parham shows, many of the world's Soviet borders have proved to be deeply unstable and, in the end, impermanent. Meanwhile, the looming presence of Modern China and Russia, who are funneling money and military resources into the region - partly to fight what they see as a growing Islamic activism - are adding fuel to the fire. This lyrical, intelligent book functions as part travelogue, part sociological exploration, and is based on a unique body of research - five months trekking through the checkpoints of the border regions. As China continues to grow and become more assertive, as it has been recently in Africa and in the South China Seas - as well as in Xinjiang - China's borderlands have become a battleground between the Soviet past and the Chinese future.
Download or read book Boundary Issues in Central Asia written by Necati Polat and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2021-09-06 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boundary Issues in Central Asia provides detailed answers to: What was the legal framework within which the new states of Central Asia attained statehood? How did the administrative divisions of the former Soviet Union evolve, almost over night, into inter-state frontiers, and on what legal basis? Are Central Asian states content with the post-independence border arrangements? What outstanding border issues with states adjacent to the former Soviet Central Asia were inherited by Central Asian states from the USSR, the predecessor state? What became, in particular, of the perennial border disputes of the predecessor state with China? What border issues with the latter have since been settled by Central Asian states and what issues are pending resolution? as well as to a host of other boundary-related questions, such as the minority, self-determination and ethno-border issues, with significant bearings on the stability of the existing territorial arrangements, the legal regimes for the use of transboundary watercourses in the region, including the dispute over the legal status of the Caspian Sea with its vast hydrocarbon resources. Published under the Transnational Publishers imprint.
Download or read book Language Change in Central Asia written by Elise S. Ahn and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2016-01-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty years after the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan are still undergoing numerous transitions. This book examines various language issues in relation to current discussions about national identity, education, and changing notions of socio-cultural capital in Central Asia.
