Genghis Khan is one of the most controversial figures in ancient history. The Mongolian leader pillaged cities and towns, leaving the conquered populace destitute or dead. Yet, this ruthless figure is also credited with uniting disparate nomadic tribes with a common set of laws and a sense of destiny.
About the Series: This series takes a historical look at the ancient world's leading figures, who led armies to victory and ruled over vast domains in a time when the world was still young. As one empire fell, another would rise, led by charismatic and powerful commanders who could unite many people and were touched by greatness. Also, contains an introduction by Pulitzer Prize winning historian and biographer Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr.
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