Among all former pre-Indo-European peoples, the Basques alone have been able to resist cultural assimilation by their larger and more powerful neighbours and to retain a distinct language. Yet, the Basques have failed to develop any sense of political unity. Drawing upon a wide range of archaeological and historical evidence, this study unravels the troubled origins of this most remarkable and enigmatic people. Roger Collins focuses on the crucial period extending from the Roman Conquest of the Iberian peninisula to the ...
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Among all former pre-Indo-European peoples, the Basques alone have been able to resist cultural assimilation by their larger and more powerful neighbours and to retain a distinct language. Yet, the Basques have failed to develop any sense of political unity. Drawing upon a wide range of archaeological and historical evidence, this study unravels the troubled origins of this most remarkable and enigmatic people. Roger Collins focuses on the crucial period extending from the Roman Conquest of the Iberian peninisula to the late twelfth century.
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Fair in Fair dust jacket. 0631134786. 272 pages. Index. "The first account of the Basques from their earliest beginnings."-from dust jacket. Illustrated with maps and photos. Somewhat above-average wear. Usual library markings. Front free endpaper removed. Worthy reference copy.; 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall; BASQUES SOCIAL SCIENCE ETHNOLOGY.
