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Episodic narrative history of the Steppe over an enormous period of time. I'm unsure how well the whole project will be brought together. Harl uses the Yamnaya/PIE model as a framework, which is valid, but I don't yet know if it really unifies all the Steppe cultures/populations/events presented.
— May 17, 2026 07:58AM
Empires of the Steppes: A History of the Nomadic Tribes Who Shaped Civilization

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Middle of book is focused on Huns and Turks
— May 19, 2026 08:47AM
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message 1: by Marija (new) - added it
May 17, 2026 08:21AM

Marija Looking forward to hear more about it, I am specifically interested if Scythians and Sarmatians are mentioned.


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May 17, 2026 08:24AM

Stetson Both are mentioned. The former much more extensively than the latter so far.


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May 17, 2026 08:28AM

Sherif Gerges Looking forward to the review


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May 18, 2026 12:27AM

Marija Thank you for the reply. That’s sounds good. For sure looking forward to the full review!


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