Contemporary Kazaks (Hardcover)

This volume of field work reflects the contemporary life of rural and urban Kazaks, exploring how their way of life has changed since independence. Following an introductory essay on the Kazak people by the editor, contributions cover every aspect of life in Kazakstan, including the role of feasts and gift exchange, the intellectual elite, religious life and holidays, and Kazak identity and history. Many of the contributors have conducted extensive field work among Kazaks.