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Cover of Mongolia

Mongolia

by Henrietta Toth

Book Details

Publisher:Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Published:2018-12-15
Pages:146
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Mongolia, a landlocked country in East Asia, is one of the largest countries in the world, as well as one of the most sparsely populated. Mongolia is known as the home of Genghis Khan, who ruled over nomadic horsemen and founded the Mongol Empire in the thirteenth century, and the nation's people are still largely nomadic. This book takes readers on a journey through Mongolia, exploring its geography, history, culture, and people. Special sidebars, vivid photographs, and maps accompany this info

Our Review

This comprehensive guide to Mongolia offers readers an immersive exploration of one of Asia's most fascinating countries, from its vast landscapes to its nomadic traditions. The book delves deep into Mongolia's geography and history, providing essential context about Genghis Khan's empire and how it shaped the nation's identity. Through vivid photographs and detailed maps, readers can virtually experience the dramatic terrain and understand why this remains one of the world's most sparsely populated countries despite its massive size.

What makes this resource particularly valuable are the special sidebars that offer deeper insights into contemporary Mongolian culture and the enduring nomadic lifestyle that defines so much of the population. The balance between historical foundations and modern realities creates a multidimensional portrait that will appeal to both students and curious travelers. Anyone seeking to understand how ancient traditions persist in a rapidly changing world will find this journey through Mongolia's past and present both enlightening and visually compelling.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction