History of civilizations of Central Asia
"History of Civilizations of Central Asia" is a comprehensive multi-volume series published by UNESCO, offering an in-depth exploration of the cultures that have flourished in the heart of the Eurasian continent from the dawn of civilization to the present day. The series is organized into six volumes, each focusing on distinct historical periods:1. **The Dawn of Civilization: Earliest Times to 700 B.C.**2. **The Development of Sedentary and Nomadic Civilizations: 700 B.C. to A.D. 250**3. **The Crossroads of Civilizations: A.D. 250 to 750**4. **The Age of Achievement: A.D. 750 to the End of the Fifteenth Century**5. **Development in Contrast: Sixteenth to Mid-Nineteenth Century**6. **Towards the Contemporary Period: Mid-Nineteenth to the End of the Twentieth Century**Each volume is authored by a team of distinguished scholars and is based on a wealth of archaeological materials and historical research. The series provides a detailed account of the various movements of populations, the interrelations of their cultures, and the development of both sedentary and nomadic civilizations in Central Asia. It also examines the historical, social, and economic settings of these civilizations, highlighting their achievements and contributions to the broader history of the region. The series is available in English and can be consulted in UNESCO's Reading Room or, when indicated, via Video on Demand (VOD)
Print Book, English, 1992-2005
Unesco, Paris, 1992-2005