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The Armenians provides non-specialists with a comprehensive introduction to the historical forces, and recent social and political developments, that have shaped today's Armenian people. With contributions from leading Armenian, American and European specialists, it sets out the themes and issues of contemporary, current research in Armenian history and social science. The authors include Richard G. Hovannisian, James R. Russell and Ronald G. Suny.

This book explores the way Armenians' perceptions of themselves and of their place in the world are informed by their history, culture and present-day situation. As one of the oldest nations in the world, the Armenians are privileged to have one of the world's most stable and persistent identities. The quality of Armenian-ness has proved to be so secure that it has continued unshaken for two thousand years, even though in that time the Armenian people have been compelled to resist invasion, suffer persecution, tolerate alien rule and take desperate measures to survive including mass emigration and global dispersion. They have even managed to survive the twentieth century's first large-scale genocide.

Suggestions for further reading and other information resources equip the reader to delve deeper into the study of this fascinating country and people. It will be invaluable for undergraduates, journalists, NGO staff, officials and business people alike.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2817797 in Books
• Published on: 2005-05-19
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 260 pages