For thousands of years, the geography of Eurasia has facilitated travel, conquest and colonization by various groups, from the Huns in ancient times to the Unio

Papers originally presented at the Third University of Chicago Conference on Eurasian Archaeology, May 1-3, 2008.

This book brings together archaeological investigations of Eurasian regimes and revolutions ranging from the Bronze Age to the modern day.

Our current world is characterized by life in cities, the existence of social inequalities, and increasing individualization. When and how did these phenomena a

Explains why successful states and empires have developed by fostering collaboration between families and dynasties, and the state.