While the Orăștie Mountains (Sarmizegetusa) get the most attention, this work highlights the distinct strategic importance of the Eastern Carpathians as a "gateway" between Transylvania and Moldavia.

Exceptional use of site-specific data from decades of excavations.

(Dacians in Eastern Transylvania), published in 2000 by Viorica Crișan , is a fundamental archaeological monograph for anyone interested in the Iron Age history of the Carpathian region. 🏛️ Overview

The book explores how these Dacian groups interacted with neighboring Celtic influences and later Roman expansion. 📝 Critical Review Strengths:

How fortresses like those at Jigodin or Păuleni-Ciuc suggest a polycentric society led by local elites. ⭐ Why It’s Important

Evidence of commercial exchanges, including the circulation of Greek and Roman coins and imported luxury pottery.

Crișan provides extensive illustrations and plates (over 120), making it an essential reference for researchers and students.

Clear categorization of finds, especially pottery and coin hoards.