The revised second edition of this highly praised introduction to the Mongol Empire takes account of recent scholarship in the field.<br><ul><br><li>Provides an overview of the government, religion, and politics of the Mongolian Empire <br><li>Considers the effects of Mongol military campaigns on other countries and peoples in China, Russia, Persia and Europe <br><li>Assesses the astonishing military career of Chingiz (Genghis) Khan <br><li>Now includes a new epilogue assessing the contribution of recent scholarship to our understanding of the Mongols' history <br><li>Well-illustrated by maps and photographs throughout</li></ul>