The Rise and Fall of the Mongol Empire in 9 Chapters

Known to be the largest contiguous empire in history, the Mongol Empire at its height stretched from the Sea of Japan to Eastern Europe. It extended northwards into parts of the Arctic, southward into the Indian subcontinent, and was suspected to cover some 9 million square miles (23 million square kilometres).It is an almost unrivalled example of imperialism, military prowess and decentralised rule. In The Rise and Fall of the Mongol Empire in 9 Chapters , acclaimed historian Dr Timothy May tel