
Bones of the Hills
4 (1)
by:
Conn Iggulden
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0007201788
ISBN 13: 9780007201785
Publication date:
September 1st, 2008
Publisher: HarperCollins
Pages: 518
Set against the vast and tumultuous backdrop of the Mongolian steppes, a tale of ambition and power unfolds. Genghis Khan, once an outcast, has defied the odds to unite fiercely competing tribes under his banner. Yet, the path to leadership is fraught with challenges. Intrigues swirl around him as emissaries from far-off lands seek to negotiate, manipulate, and influence the fragile alliances he has meticulously crafted.
As the story progresses, the brutal realities of warfare and the complexities of loyalty come to the forefront. Genghis must navigate not only the battlefield but also the treacherous waters of politics and betrayal that threaten the unity of his burgeoning empire. His resolve is tested as he grapples with personal sacrifices and the weight of the legacy he wishes to build.
With each decision he makes, Genghis shapes not just his own destiny but also the future of a vast region. The struggle for power, the harshness of the world around him, and the tumult of human emotion intertwine, creating a gripping narrative that captures the essence of one of history's most formidable leaders.
As the story progresses, the brutal realities of warfare and the complexities of loyalty come to the forefront. Genghis must navigate not only the battlefield but also the treacherous waters of politics and betrayal that threaten the unity of his burgeoning empire. His resolve is tested as he grapples with personal sacrifices and the weight of the legacy he wishes to build.
With each decision he makes, Genghis shapes not just his own destiny but also the future of a vast region. The struggle for power, the harshness of the world around him, and the tumult of human emotion intertwine, creating a gripping narrative that captures the essence of one of history's most formidable leaders.