China and the Uyghurs

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The book provides a comprehensive history of the Uyghur people and their evolving identity from imperial China to contemporary times, emphasizing their complex relationship with the Chinese state. It examines the policies of the Chinese Communist Party, highlighting both progressive and repressive measures affecting the Uyghurs since 1949. Through this lens, the author explores the cultural, political, and social dynamics that have shaped the Uyghur experience in Xinjiang.