Dollar - The empire of might forged by the hooves of iron

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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Emerging from the desert, the Mongol cavalry roared, their blades pointed, forging an unstoppable empire! This book is one of the "Illustrated History of China," introducing the powerful empire forged by horsemen—the Mongols, as well as their culture, economy, society, and diplomacy. They came from the desert, drinking mare's milk and camping in yurts. They were the descendants of Genghis Khan, unstoppable as the Great Khan's blade. Southward into the Central Plains, westward into foreign lands, their banners reached Eastern Europe. The refined Chinese became their subjects, while the proud peoples bowed at their feet. Ancient trade routes burst open, merchants gathered in the capital; devout monks arrived gracefully, building temples in all directions; and envoys from all nations, respectful and reverent, were dazzled by the splendid and magnificent prosperity. All marveled, "Great is the origin of Heaven!"