The Eurasian Steppe: People, Movement, Ideas
Warwick BallA geographical area, not a political entity, the steppe connects the western and eastern parts of the Eurasian land mass. As such, it is always open, subject to constant movement between Asia and Europe. Warwick Ball tells the story of that movement from prehistory to the present. From nomadic peoples to conquering empires, from tales of Amazon women to art nouveau, and from golden grave goods to the formation of countries that still exist today, Ball shows how the steppe has continually shaped Europe’s destiny. Ultimately, he shows that the steppe and the movement of peoples across it are so crucial that they question the very idea of ‘Europe’ as a separate cultural and historical construct.
Kateqoriyalar:
İl:
2021
Nəşr:
1
Nəşriyyat:
Edinburgh University Press
Dil:
english
Səhifələr:
424
ISBN 10:
1474488048
ISBN 13:
9781474488044
Fayl:
PDF, 73.46 MB
IPFS:
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english, 2021