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Hailed as a Spectator Book of the Year, this sweeping narrative weaves a captivating tapestry of nomadic peoples throughout history. Anthony Sattin, the esteemed travel writer, embarks on an extraordinary journey spanning twelve millennia, unearthing the forgotten tales of wandering tribes who forged their own empires beyond the reach of settled civilisations.
From the Scythians to the Ottomans, Sattin masterfully chronicles the sagas of these nomadic powerhouses—including the Xiongnu, Persians, Huns, Arabs, Mongols, and Mughals—revealing their profound impact on Eurasian culture. With a keen eye for detail and a poet's touch, he illuminates how these wanderers' embrace of multiculturalism, harmony with nature, and unfettered movement sparked a cultural renaissance that reshaped human history.
This meticulously researched work reconnects readers with our deepest mythologies, uncharted antiquity, and the natural world. 'Nomads' presents a fresh perspective on the birth of civilisation, told through the lens of its outsiders. Sattin's exceptional storytelling, lauded by the New York Times and described as 'vital' by Literary Review, offers a tender and beautifully written account that is both captivating and essential reading.
Book ISBN: | 9781473677890 |
Book Author: | Anthony Sattin |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | John Murray Publishers Ltd |
Book Publisher: | John Murray Press |
Book Dimensions: | 127 x 197 x 29 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-04-27 |
Book Pagination: | 368 pages, 1x8pp |
Book Weight: | 262g |
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