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發表於2024-09-08
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Provides an In-depth overview of a resilient people and their ways of life as they emerge from decades of war and civil strife Afghanistan is at the crossroads of many cultures and civilizations, occupying a unique place in the cultural geography of Central Asia. Invading tribes and armies passed through ancient Afghanistan and left their imprint on the culture, customs, and way of life there. In recent history, Afghanistan has been the focus of international attention since the Soviet invasion and occupation of 1979 to 1989, the brutal civil war that ensued, and the subsequent U.S. invasion to topple the Taliban regime. As the country struggles to stabilize and rebuild, this volume is the first to reveal the people and ways of life that have been in flux for so long. The author brings an insider's knowledge and authority to the accessible narrative. Students and general readers will find a clear explanation of the land, people, economy, social stratification, and history as context for the chapters that follow. These cover religion and religious thought; literature and the arts; architecture, housing, and settlements; cooking and cuisine; family, women, and gender; festivals and leisure activities; and lifestyles, media, and education. A country map, glossary, resource guide, and photos complement the text.. Part of the Culture and Customs of Asia series. Introduces a country that has been central to world affairs in recent years, but about which outsiders know little. The first book to give an in-depth cultural overview of Afghanistan
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Culture and Customs of Afghanistan 在線電子書 pdf 下載 txt下載 epub 下載 mobi 下載 2024