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The Bosnian Muslims: Denial Of A Nation

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Friedman presents a well thought out, but disorganized history and analysis of the terrible conflicts faced by Yugoslavia, especially by the Muslims. With better writing skill, the material could make a great book.

I've had the opportunity to study under Dr. Friedman throughout my undergraduate and graduate career. While her classes were difficult and research driven, her book allowed for a starting point for further research. I also must admit it was and still is a book I could easily pick up to read again. Dr. Friedman's book successfully shows the reader the trajedy of the ethnic conflicts that have taken place in the Balkans. Her book's strength is showing the historical context for the social and relgious problems between the serbs, muslims, and croats. No single book could hope to fully explain the complexity of the socio-political problems that have taken place in Bosnia, but it should help anyone wanting to have a basic understanding of Balkan politics.

Upon reading Dr. Francine Friedman's "The Bosnian Muslims," I now have a much greater understanding of the Bosnian War and Balkan Crisis. Though wordy at times, "The Bosnian Muslims" provides a thorough description of the history, exploitation, and violent confrontations of this volatile and troubled region.

Dr. Friedman has published a thoughtful and well-researched book. She lays out an accurate history of the Bosnian Muslims throughout time, providing a comprehensive look at the unfolding of events that led to their religious and societal strife. Her work provides a useful tool for further research.