The Chaldeans: Politics and Identity in Iraq and the American Diaspora (Library of Modern Middle East Studies)

Uncover the complex **Chaldean identity** in this insightful ethnographic history. Explore how modern Aramaic-speaking Catholics from Iraq forge a transnational identity amidst diaspora challenges and Middle Eastern politics. Yasmeen Hanoosh examines the appropriation of ancient history, linguistic revival, and the politics of community image-making. Essential for students of **Middle Eastern studies**, **diaspora politics**, and **cultural identity**, this book offers a profound look at the formation of community in the face of global shifts. A must-read for understanding the nuanced experiences of the **Iraq diaspora**.