Genghis Khan and the Mongol Horde

The dust jacket is worn with noticeable edge tears and scuffing, reflecting its age and previous handling. The hardcover binding is intact, ensuring the book's structural soundness. Internally, the pages appear clean with no inscriptions or signatures.

Genghis Khan and the Mongol Horde by Harold Lamb, illustrated by Elton Fax, is a 1990 reprint published by Linnet Books, an imprint of The Shoe String Press, Inc., based in Hamden, Connecticut. Originally published in 1954 by Random House, this edition brings Lamb’s engaging account of Genghis Khan’s life and the Mongol Empire to new audiences. The book delves into the life of Genghis Khan, tracing his rise from the chief of a small Mongol tribe to the ruler of a vast empire stretching from Peking to the Black Sea in the twelfth century. This edition is particularly notable for its historical illustrations by Elton Fax. The book is categorized under juvenile literature, making it an accessible introduction to one of history’s most formidable conquerors. Condition-wise, the dust jacket shows signs of wear with edge tears and scuffing, but the hardcover remains intact. This reprint is a valuable addition for those interested in historical biographies and the Mongolian Empire.