🎧 The Rise of Genghis Khan
🎧 Gone Medieval • 31m
Genghis Khan is still considered one of the most famous and most feared warrior kings in history. But his name still divides opinion. To some, he was the ruthless conqueror of great civilisations, for others a hero who united nomadic tribes and created an enlightened empire. But who was the real Genghis Khan? In today's episode, Matt is joined by historian and author John Man who takes us through the rise, character, and conquests of Genghis, delving into the life of one of the most recognisable names of the Middle Ages.
John Man, author of Genghis Khan: Life, Death, and Resurrection. Published by St Martins Pr (2005).
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