Europe Between the Oceans

9000 BC-AD 1000

De: Barry Cunliffe

Narrado por: James Cameron Stewart

A sensational, interdisciplinary work which entirely reorients our understanding of Europe from 10,000 BC to the time of the Vikings

In this magnificent book, distinguished archaeologist Barry Cunliffe reframes our entire conception of early European history, from prehistory through the ancient world to the medieval Viking period. Cunliffe views Europe not in terms of states and shifting political land boundaries but as a geographical niche particularly favored in facing many seas. These seas, and Europe's great transpeninsular rivers, ensured a rich diversity of natural resources while also encouraging the dynamic interaction of peoples across networks of communication and exchange. The development of these early Europeans is rooted in complex interplays, shifting balances, and geographic and demographic fluidity.

Drawing on archaeology, anthropology, and history, Cunliffe has produced an interdisciplinary tour de force. His is a bold book of exceptional scholarship, erudite and engaging, and it heralds an entirely new understanding of Old Europe.

©2008 Barry Cunliffe (P)2023 Tantor

Pathways of immigration

The movements of civilizations was well composed allowing understanding by nonprofessionals showing that the author is cognizant of his audience.

Books like these give the history genre a bad rep

Books like these give the history genre a bad rep: full of random tentative facts, but lacking any context, narrative, or thesis. Don’t expect to remember anything from this book: the author himself does not seem like he wants you to