ATTILA AND THE HUNS. EXPANSION OF BARBARIAN NOMADS - MICHEL ROUCHE

Discover the fascinating story of one of the most influential peoples of antiquity. Michel Rouche's book "Attila and the Huns" takes us back to the time of the great migrations of peoples, showing the extraordinary expansion of the Huns under the leadership of the legendary Attila. Learn about the behind-the-scenes of their military successes, changing alliances and dramatic clashes with the Roman Empire.

• In-depth analysis of the reasons for the military successes of the Huns.
• Detailed discussion of the changing alliances between the Huns, Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire.
• Innovative look at the Hunnic conquests, taking into account the latest archaeological discoveries.
• Presentation of the system of power, social structure, art of war and customs of the Huns.
• Discovery of the role and importance of Hunnic women in society.
• Analysis of the legend that has grown around the figure of Attila.

Michel Rouche, professor emeritus at Universit Paris Sorbonne-Paris IV, presents a new look at the Hunnic conquests, using the latest archaeological achievements and reinterpreting early medieval sources. The author discusses political history, including, among others, the unexpected coalitions that formed under the influence of the threat from the Huns, and the diplomatic activities of the empire. He presents the system of power of the nomads, the structure of their community, the art of war, customs and religious rites - divination, human sacrifices, sacred cannibalism. In an innovative way, he shows the role and importance of Hunnic women. He also describes the history of the Asian successors of the Huns: the Avars and Hungarians.

The book "Attila and the Huns" is a fascinating journey through time that allows you to understand the mechanisms governing the ancient and early medieval world. The author analyzes historical sources with extraordinary precision, separating facts from legends and myths. Thanks to this, the reader receives a reliable and objective picture of the era in which Attila lived and worked. It is a must-read for all history lovers who want to expand their knowledge about the Huns and their impact on the history of Europe.

Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, known for scientific publications at the highest level, guarantees high editorial and substantive quality. The book was published in 2013 and has 352 pages. The 234x167 mm format and paperback cover make reading comfortable and enjoyable. "Attila and the Huns" is a position that will certainly satisfy the curiosity of even the most demanding readers.