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Overview: Criticism and history on the art, literature, and folklore of the Kazakhs.In this work Winner has contributed to the long delayed rapprochement between folklore and anthropology by compiling Kazakh folkloristic data and relating them to the sociocultural system in which they are meaningful, In so doing, he has made a significant contribution to anthropological knowledge. Utilizing both original and Russian sources, Winner considers Kazakh oral art and literature in relation to the changing fortunes of Kazakh history. Focal attention is paid to the many acculturative forces which have impinged upon the Kazakhs, such as the early modifications of Islam by the nomadic Kazakh, the Russian attempts to sedentarize these nomads, the Russian establishment of non-Kazakh farmers in Kazakh territory, and the several nationalistic rebellions of the Kazakhs against Russian dominance. The rich and plentiful Kazakh oral art is shown to reflect these social and political vicissitudes.Similarly, Kazakh folklore is examined in relation to such basic features of Kazakh culture as polygyny, the subordinate role of women, bride wealth, the levirate, and the patriarchal family structure. In this respect, the examples of didactic children’s tales are particularly pertinent. One of the most valuable portions of this book carries the primitive Kazakhs through their violent and sometimes grotesque Soviet era. While the author’s approach to this period is historical rather than analytic, students of acculturation will find much of value here. At one point, this historical perspective even lends a touch of tragicomedy, as we find the fiercely independent Kazakhs exalting Lenin and Stalin as Kazakh epic heroes and note the concern of Kazakh oral art with how best to slay Nazi invaders.Several sections concerned with biographical sketches of poets, bards, and writers, have little general anthropological relevance, but the information about Valikhanov, Altynsaryn and Qunanbayev will be of interest to the specialist. Further, it is interesting to note that the Petrashevsky exiles in Kazakhstan included ButaslevichPetrashevski himself, Durov, and Dostoevski. These men and others, including Pushkin, stimulated the growth of the nascent Kazakh intelligentsia. This work is descriptive rather than analytic. The author presents data, he conducts no theoretical polemics; although he provides several suggestive insights, he is not concerned with theory qua theory. The text is amply footnoted, but it is regrettable that a bibliography is not included. This volume, then, stands as a source book for general studies of acculturation. It will also be an important new source of material for Kazakh and Russian area specialists. Perhaps its greatest ultimate value will be found to lie in its relation of the data of folklore to the processes of cultural change. ~ Robert B. Edgerton, UCLA

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Thomas G. Winner is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Thomas G. Winner can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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Eric Torres
Eric Torres January 10, 2024
A very strong entry. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Stephanie Baker
Stephanie Baker August 21, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Andrew Carter
Andrew Carter March 25, 2024
Such a rich narrative. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Donald Roberts
Donald Roberts September 27, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Barbara Miller
Barbara Miller October 20, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An effortless 5 stars.
Christopher Hill
Christopher Hill August 17, 2024
I find myself somewhat conflicted. The tempo was somewhat languid, and I found my mind wandering. Not poor, simply average. Perhaps more aligned with a different audience's tastes.
Nancy Gomez
Nancy Gomez September 13, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.