Russian culture in Uzbekistan : one language in the middle of nowhere /
MacFadyen, David,1964-
London : Routledge,
2006.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [118]-160) and index.
Before Russia and Uzbekistan : subtle, suppressed affinities -- Troubles with Islam and "ecstasy or self-oblivion" -- Folk music and dance : plaintive sobbing or fiery virtuosity? -- Introducing Russian classical music to Central Asia -- The onset of Russian literature's kindly genius -- Simplifying one thousand years of Uzbek poetry -- Today's culture and the ironic benefits of the internet -- Conclusion : eventful encounters with a horror vacui.
Russification
Uzbek language
Russian language
Nationalism