Review of The Eastern Frontier by Paolo Ognibene (original) (raw)

The review evaluates Robert Haug's "The Eastern Frontier: Limits of Empire in Late Antique and Early Medieval Central Asia," highlighting its comprehensive examination of the complex dynamics within the Sasanian Empire and the Umayyad Caliphate. It discusses the book's structure, detailed historical analysis, and the author's ability to synthesize intricate topics into a coherent narrative, making it a valuable resource for scholars interested in the historical interplay of different cultures and political entities in Central Asia.