Genghis Khan

World Leaders Past & Present

by Judy Humphrey

-- Absorbing accounts of the men and women whose ideas and actions have changed the course of history
-- Examines each person's life within the context of the politics of the time
-- Photographs, engravings, and maps enhance each book

Genres: Biography

111 pages, Library Binding

First published May 1, 1987

Reviews

[Julia Hess · Rating 3 out of 5]

read to my kids for school. straightforward account of Chinggis Khans life. I was a little confused by some of the illustrations that made him look European, including the cover illustration. but there were several actual Mongolian illustrations of him that were more accurate. a pretty quick read, I think the author maybe praised his integrity in valuing loyalty a little too highly, but also highlighted his vindictiveness and thirst for vengeance. while his military accomplishments are pretty incredible I wouldn't call that a life well lived.