{"title":"David W. Anthony","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating world of ancient history with our collection of works by acclaimed author and archaeologist, \u003cem\u003eDavid W. Anthony\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his profound insights into the past, Anthony’s books provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the forces that have shaped human civilisation over millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Horse, the Wheel, and Language\u003c\/em\u003e, delves deep into the origins and diffusion of the Proto-Indo-European language, interweaving linguistic theory with archaeological evidence. This book is a significant contribution to the field of history, offering readers a captivating narrative about how innovations such as horseback riding and the invention of the wheel played pivotal roles in the spread of ancient cultures and languages across Europe and Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is a must-read for anyone with a keen interest in historical studies, particularly those intrigued by the ancient military strategies, societal transformations, and language evolutions of our ancestors. Discover how David W. Anthony’s meticulous research and engaging storytelling make complex historical topics accessible and intriguing for both amateurs and experts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're embarking on a personal journey through history or enriching your academic undertakings, Anthony’s meticulously crafted works promise a wealth of knowledge and exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-horse-the-wheel-and-language-by-david-w-anthony-9780691148182","title":"The Horse, the Wheel, and Language","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoughly half the world's population speaks languages derived from a shared linguistic source known as Proto-Indo-European. But who were the early speakers of this ancient mother tongue, and how did they manage to spread it around the globe? Until now, their identity has remained a tantalising mystery to linguists, archaeologists, and even Nazis seeking the roots of the Aryan race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Horse, the Wheel, and Language\u003c\/em\u003e lifts the veil that has long shrouded these original Indo-European speakers and reveals how their domestication of horses and use of the wheel spread language and transformed civilisation. Linking prehistoric archaeological remains with the development of language, David Anthony identifies the prehistoric peoples of central Eurasia's steppe grasslands as the original speakers of Proto-Indo-European. He shows how their innovative use of the ox wagon, horseback riding, and the warrior's chariot turned the Eurasian steppes into a thriving transcontinental corridor of communication, commerce, and cultural exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe explains how they spread their traditions and gave rise to important advances in copper mining, warfare, and patron-client political institutions, thereby ushering in an era of vibrant social change. Anthony also describes his fascinating discovery of how the wear from bits on ancient horse teeth reveals the origins of horseback riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Horse, the Wheel, and Language\u003c\/em\u003e solves a puzzle that has vexed scholars for two centuries—the source of the Indo-European languages and English—and recovers a magnificent and influential civilisation from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850123628780,"sku":"9780691148182","price":86.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/0d92e71ad47f497af2c7f414b5533afe.jpg?v=1759168721"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-w-anthony.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}