"I wholeheartedly recommend this book for anyone seeking a thought-provoking exploration of Kurdish identity in the context of changing political landscapes. It lays out diverse ways of being a Central Anatolian Kurd, its connection and disconnection to Eastern Kurdishness provides a comprehensive exploration of Kurdish marginalized identity amid evolving political dynamics. A topic almost non-existent in Western academic studies, makes this book a standout contribution. The dedication to encouraging fresh thinking in methodology adds another valuable dimension for researchers." --Gulsum Gurbuz-Kuchuksari, American University, US "This pioneering volume offers a methodologically sophisticated and analytically layered examination of the Kurds of Central Anatolia. It conveys the spatial-historical complexity of the Kurdish experience across socio-economic, political, ecological, cultural, and ideological dimensions through an interdisciplinary perspective, and opens new avenues for rethinking Kurdish identity, belonging, and displacement." -- Nilay Özok-Gündogan, Associate Professor, Florida State University, USA "This meticulously crafted edited volume offers a ground-breaking analysis of the multifaceted nature of Kurdishness in Central Anatolia. Drawing on a rich array of archival sources, personal narratives, and ethnographic fieldwork, the book reveals how Kurdish communities in this region have negotiated their identity in ways that markedly diverge from their more politicized counterparts in South-eastern Turkey.

It is an essential resource for scholars of Kurdish and Turkish studies, as well as for those engaged in broader fields of ethnic and identity politics." -- Ekrem Karakoc, Professor, Binghamton University, USA "This ground-breaking study, authored by a new generation of Kurdish scholars, offers a significant contribution to the field. Drawing on both archival sources and existing literature, this volume marks a significant milestone and serves as an essential reference for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of the overlooked Kurdish communities in Central Anatolia." -- Dr Fikret Yildiz, Author and Co-founder of the Kurdish cultural journal Bîrnebûn "This powerful book tells the story of Central Anatolian Kurds - communities too often excluded from mainstream narratives. It gives voice to their unique experiences and struggles. Published in English for the first time, this landmark work opens new conversations and offers essential insights for anyone interested in Kurdish history, identity, and the complexities of the modern Middle East." -- Sores Resî, writer, Sweden.