Between 1992 and 1996, media correspondent Charles van der Leeuw lived and travelled in the former Soviet republics of Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia. In this unique narrative he documents the suffering of millions as a result of wars and hardship inflicted by ruthless pressure groups, both local and foreign, most of which have remained unaccountable. He explains how the wave of shady business dealings, political intrigues and traumatic turmoil is but one more of the countless stages in the long history of struggle and counter-struggle of this geographical crossroads, and for which no end seems to be in sight, given the area's immeasurable economic potential and strategic position.
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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Dutch
Original Language: Dutch
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Exciting subject, dismal translation,
By Bojan Kveder (London, England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Storm Over the Caucasus: In the Wake of Independence (Hardcover)
The author of this book attempted to tackle a very interesting subject but, to the English-language readership's chagrin, did not seem to bother to have the English-language edition of the presumably Dutch original either translated into proper English or proof-read. The result is a linguistic hodge-podge which precludes any kind of meaningful reading. Trying to decipher what the author is trying to say is often an extremely frustrating experience. This book has shocked and saddened me.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Exciting subject, dismal translation,
By Bojan Kveder (London, England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Storm Over the Caucasus: In the Wake of Independence (Hardcover)
The author of this book attempted to tackle a very interesting subject but, to the English-language readership's chagrin, did not seem to bother to have the presumably Dutch original either translated into proper English or proof-read. The result is a linguistic hodge-podge which precludes any kind of meaningful reading. Trying to decipher what the author is trying to say is often an extremely frustrating experience. This book has shocked and saddened me.
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