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Discover 'Continuity and Authority on the Mongolian Steppe', the groundbreaking archaeological survey that unveils the rich tapestry of the Egiin Gol valley in Mongolia. This first comprehensive report reveals 30,000 years of history, offering in-depth insights into the integration of local sites and the changing landscapes of eastern Eurasia. The survey meticulously documents ephemeral steppe settlement sites and monumental constructions, providing a vital resource for anyone interested in the archaeology of Mongolia, the Xiongnu and Early Turkic polities, and the historical significance of this region.
With extensive illustrations of monuments and ceramics, this work offers comparative data that enriches our understanding of past cultures. The authors delve into the historical landscape dominated by Buddhist monasteries and agricultural farms, portraying the Egiin Gol valley as a historical breadbasket of northern Mongolia.
Ideal for archaeologists, historians, and environmental scholars, this volume emphasizes the vital connections between space, settlement, and cultural landscapes. Whether you’re a specialist in Eurasian studies, a landscape archaeologist, or an enthusiast of pastoralism and agrarian history, this book is an essential addition to your library.
Explore the local archaeology of the Egiin Gol valley and understand the elements that fostered both change and continuity across the ages. Engage with essential findings that link the past to the present and contribute to our understanding of Mongolia's historical narrative.
With extensive illustrations of monuments and ceramics, this work offers comparative data that enriches our understanding of past cultures. The authors delve into the historical landscape dominated by Buddhist monasteries and agricultural farms, portraying the Egiin Gol valley as a historical breadbasket of northern Mongolia.
Ideal for archaeologists, historians, and environmental scholars, this volume emphasizes the vital connections between space, settlement, and cultural landscapes. Whether you’re a specialist in Eurasian studies, a landscape archaeologist, or an enthusiast of pastoralism and agrarian history, this book is an essential addition to your library.
Explore the local archaeology of the Egiin Gol valley and understand the elements that fostered both change and continuity across the ages. Engage with essential findings that link the past to the present and contribute to our understanding of Mongolia's historical narrative.