Daily Life in Turkmenbashy's Golden Age: A Methodologically Unsound Study of Interactions Between the Tribal Peoples of America and Turkmenistan

This book is a captivating account of a Peace Corps Volunteer's nearly two years in Turkmenistan, an isolated and totalitarian petrostate bordering Iran and Afghanistan.

Despite the Economist magazine predicting that the country would be the worst place to live, the author, Sam Tranum, embarked on a journey to explore ancient Silk Road cities, teach classes on democracy and human rights, and learn about local traditions.

Through his experiences, Tranum provides a unique perspective on daily life in Turkmenistan, including encounters with secret police and host families outside of the capital city, Ashgabat.

With engaging anecdotes and perceptive insights, this book offers a fascinating read for anyone interested in Central Asian culture and politics.