Imperialism and the Kurdish Question 1917 - 1923

Prof. MS Lazarev is one of the most prominent Kurdologists of the Soviet Union. After his doctoral thesis on 'The Kurdish Question in the Context of International Relations in the Near East', he concentrated his studies on recent Kurdish history. In his important work titled 'The Kurdish Question (1891-1917), he examined in depth a twenty-five-year section of Kurdish history. The important work you have on 'Imperialism and the Kurdish Question (1917-1923)' is a continuation of the above work and is published in the 20th century. It examines a very important period of 19th century Kurdish history. Prof. Let us state that, just as Lazarev contributed greatly to the Kurdish history methodology with these works, he also tried to shed light on a delicate period of Kurdish history with first-hand sources. However, by the way, we have to mention one feature of Soviet publications. In the publications in question, there is an approach of searching for 'Western imperialists' behind all historical and social facts, whitewashing the Soviet policy and generally ignoring the Kemalist policy. Although Lazarev, as a scientist, generally has a careful attitude. However, we still have to emphasize this feature of Soviet publications, especially the 'Great Soviet Encyclopedia'. However, you will find that Lazarev's in-depth work sheds great light on a critical period of Kurdish history.
(From the Promotional Bulletin)