Azerbaijan A Country Study

""Azerbaijan: A Country Study"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, culture, economy, and politics of Azerbaijan. Written by the Federal Research Division, this book provides a detailed analysis of the country's geography, demography, and social structure, as well as its political system, foreign relations, and national security. The book begins with an overview of Azerbaijan's history, from its ancient roots to its modern-day independence. It then delves into the country's geography, discussing its physical features and natural resources, including its rich oil and gas reserves. The authors also examine Azerbaijan's population, including its ethnic and linguistic diversity, as well as its religious and cultural traditions. The book then turns to the country's political system, analyzing its constitutional framework, government structure, and electoral process. The authors also explore Azerbaijan's foreign relations, including its relationships with neighboring countries, Russia, and the West. Finally, the book takes a close look at Azerbaijan's economy, discussing its growth and development over the years, as well as its challenges and opportunities. The authors examine the country's main industries, including oil and gas, agriculture, and tourism, and analyze its economic policies and reforms. Throughout the book, the authors provide valuable insights into Azerbaijan's past, present, and future, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in this fascinating country.The Soviet Union created the Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Region within Azerbaijan in 1924, when over 94 percent of the region's population was Armenian (see fig. 3). (The term Nagorno-Karabakh originates from the Russian for ""mountainous Karabakh."") As the Azerbaijani population grew, the Karabakh Armenians chafed under discriminatory rule, and by 1960 hostilities had begun between the two populations of the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.