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The Scythians

Name: The Scythians
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ISBN: 9780198820130

Nomad Warriors of the Steppe

(Author) Barry Cunliffe

Format: Paperback

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The Scythians were warlike nomadic horsemen who roamed the steppe of Asia in the first millennium BC. Using archaeological finds from burials and texts written, mainly, by Greeks, this book reconstructs the lives of the Scythians, exploring their beliefs, their burial practices, their love of fighting and their flexible attitude to gender.

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Publisher:

Oxford University Press

Format:

Paperback

Number of pages:

416

Language:

ISBN:

9780198820130

Publish year:

2021

Publish date:

Sept. 9, 2021

Barry Cunliffe

Barry Cunliffe is a renowned British archaeologist and author known for his seminal work "The Ancient Celts." His engaging writing style brings ancient history to life for readers, offering fresh insights into the Celtic world. Cunliffe's key contributions to literature lie in his comprehensive research and compelling storytelling.