[tshaddox]

> The nuance of 40 different cultures on a small continent might be lost on him.

I don’t know about the author in particular, but Americans are generally aware of the “nuanced” European history of near constant war between rival nations, states, factions, and religions.

[kubb]

I think they could do a better job communicating that, but I’m glad that Americans are educated and curious about other parts of the world.