Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World
Description
This groundbreaking work re-examines the life and legacy of Genghis Khan, moving beyond the traditional image of a brutal conqueror to reveal him as a visionary leader who profoundly shaped the course of global history. The book chronicles his extraordinary ascent from humble beginnings within Mongol tribal society to his establishment of the largest contiguous empire the world has ever known. It explores not only the military campaigns that forged this empire but also the unprecedented era of cultural exchange, trade, and innovation that flourished under Mongol rule, laying the foundations for the modern world.
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paperback
Three Rivers Press
Published Mar 22, 2005
352 pages
ISBN: 9780609809648
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First Published
2005
Language
eng
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