World Conqueror

Author: (Iran) Juvaini/Hu Gaocji
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Genghis Khan, the peerless hero, whose rise and conquests were monumental events that reshaped world history. His journey is vividly brought to life by Juvaini. Genghis Khan was far more than just a skilled archer—he unified the Mongol tribes and implemented reforms. Under his rule, the Mongols transformed from hardship to prosperity, from hell to paradise, laying the foundation for the establishment of the four great Mongol khanates. As the History of the Yuan Dynasty aptly describes: "His extraordinary achievements were numerous, and this book extensively records them." The History of the World Conquerors narrates events from Genghis Khan to Hulagu Khan's subjugation of the Almudun fortress. The entire work is divided into three parts: The first part covers the history of the first three khans of the Mongol Empire—Genghis Khan, ?gedei Khan, and Güyük Khan; the second part is essentially the history of Central Asia and Persia, including the rise and fall of Khwarezm, the Khitan khans, and the Mongol rulers of those regions. The third part is extensive, beginning with Tolui and dedicating significant space to M?ngke Khan's accession to power and the early years of his reign. Most of the historical facts recorded in this book were witnessed or heard by Juvaini firsthand, making it original and, consequently, a valuable historical source.