World Conqueror History (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: (Iran) Juvaini
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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, rising 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's conquest of the Almohad fortress of Acre. It 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 M?ngke Khan and dedicating significant to his accession and early reign. Most of the historical facts recorded in this book were witnessed and experienced by Juvaini firsthand, making it original and highly valuable as historical material.