The Mongols by David O. Morgan
A concise narrative history tracing the rise of the Mongol peoples from steppe nomads to imperial rulers under Genghis Khan and his successors, examining their military strategies, administrative innovations, and policies of religious tolerance and trade promotion that reshaped Eurasia. It covers major campaigns across China, Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, the establishment of administrative structures and communication networks, and the cultural and economic consequences of Mongol rule, arguing that their impact was transformative rather than merely destructive. The book also addresses the empire's fragmentation, the adaptations of successor states, and the enduring legacies in commerce, diplomacy, and cross-cultural exchange.
- Published
- Unknown
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Unknown
- Pages
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
-
(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
This book is not currently on any lists.