How the Daughters of Genghis Khan Rescued His Empire
by Jack Weatherford
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Published Feb 2010
336 pages
Genre: History, Current Affairs and Religion
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Jack Weatherford tells the gripping story, lost ot history until now, of the female heirs of the Mongol Empire. He beings with the six daughters of Genghis Kahn and the traces their royal families through 250 years of upheaval as the empire tore itself apart, pitting brother against sister and son against mother.
"Starred Review. Highly recommended for all readers, especially students of history, Asian studies, or women's studies, wanting to learn more about these Mongol women, who have been studied less than their famous father." - Library Journal
"Weatherford amply demonstrates how subsequent male relations waged a backlash against these women rulers until the remarkable rise of Manduhai and her ability to reunite the squabbling Mongol tribes. Uplifting, entertaining history." - Kirkus Reviews
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