Books in the Caucasus World series

Covering a range of subjects in the major western languages, this bibliography examines 165 periodicals. The articles are classified under 38 subject headings, and touch on such disciplines as biblical and liturgical studies, patristics, church history, Byzantine and Middle Eastern studies.

This epic by the Georgian poet Rust'haveli has been the book of a nation for 700 years. It was expected that the text, based on a Persian original and reflecting Georgia's position as a crossroads between east and west, would be memorized by all female members of the country's aristocracy.

Based on interviews with people throughout Siberia, Central Asia and European Russia about their spiritual experiences, this book brings together insights into the "religious" worldview of those who claim to be Buddhist, Muslim, Christian, pagan or even "atheist".

A remarkable record of a pilgrimage through Turkey, Greece and the Levant. The Introduction examines the historical background to his travels and life, which ended in poverty and exile. Also included are a historically annotated gazetteer and

This study bridges the history of the Crusades with the history of Armenian nationalism and Christianity. To the Crusaders, Armenian Christians presented the only reliable allies in Anatolia and Asia Minor, and were pivotal in the founding of the Crusader principalities, Antioch and Jerusalem.

In this work, eight of Komitas Vardapet's principle musicological studies are reproduced. The papers on folk music describe Armenian folk/country music and dances with the important plough song of Lori. The papers on sacred music discuss the liturgy and tunes sung in the Armenian church.

Based in Tbilisi, Georgia, "Iberica-Caucasica" is an annual publication devoted to the art, history and culture of the Caucasus. Each issue is themed to a specific subject, drawing on articles from academics in the Caucasus and the West. This volume covers ancient Christianity in the Caucasus.

Not intended to be used as a research tool, this work offers a practical aid for the first steps in communication with an intentionally easy-to-use pronunciation system. An attempt has been made to provide phrases and scenes from every day life, as well as items of practical background information.

Presents papers covering the history, religion and culture of the Armenian people, from the 10th anniversary conference of the Association Internationale des Etudes Armeniennes held at the school of Oriental and African Studies, London.

This book covers the history of Armenia from the most ancient literate peoples of Mesopotamia, who had commercial interests in the land of Armenia (c. 2500 BC), to the end of the Middle Ages.

Based on the manuscript sources of the Institute of Ancient Manuscripts (Erevan), this study not only traces the origin and development of the Armenian system of notation called Khazs (Neumes), but also re-creates the tunes of the chants and songs composed over the centuries.

A thorough in-depth analysis of the current and potential conflicts in the Caucasus, including the geographical, historical and ethno- linguistic framework of the Caucasus, the individual conflicts and the place of the Caucasus in world affairs.

Madder red is an ancient dyestuff, extracted from the root of the madder plant, growing in many countries around the world. The secret of the oriental dyeing process to obtain the colour known as Turkey Red was avidly sought by Europeans. This book traces the history of the trade in dyes.

A history of the literature of Georgia, this text examines the diverse influences which have affected it - from Greek and Persian to Russian and modern European literature, and the folklore of the Caucasus.