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The Secret History of the Mongol Queens

by Jack Weatherford
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2010English
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About This Book

Published in 2010, The Secret History of the Mongol Queens established Jack Weatherford as one of the defining voices in history. This book explores the untold stories of the women who ruled the Mongol Empire, shedding light on their significant yet often overlooked contributions. Weatherford delves into the lives of these powerful queens, revealing their influence on politics, culture, and the expansion of the empire. The book is a significant contribution to understanding Mongolian history and the role of women in shaping it. Themes of female leadership, Mongolian history, empire building run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorJack Weatherford
Published2010
Country of Origin🇲🇳 Mongolia
LanguageEnglish
Category📜 History
ISBN9780307407160
Editorial Score30/100
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📜 History

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Country of Origin

🇲🇳 Mongolia

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Editorial Assessment

The Secret History of the Mongol Queens by Jack Weatherford sits within the tradition of history that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 2010 in Mongolia, it engages with female leadership, Mongolian history, empire building, political intrigue in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 30/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. What distinguishes The Secret History of the Mongol Queens is how it handles its central concerns — female leadership, Mongolian history, empire building, political intrigue — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Within Mongolia's literary landscape, Jack Weatherford occupies a significant position. The Secret History of the Mongol Queens is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Secret History of the Mongol Queens about?

This book explores the untold stories of the women who ruled the Mongol Empire, shedding light on their significant yet often overlooked contributions. Weatherford delves into the lives of these powerful queens, revealing their influence on politics, culture, and the expansion of the empire. The book is a significant contribution to understanding Mongolian history and the role of women in shaping it.

Who wrote The Secret History of the Mongol Queens?

The Secret History of the Mongol Queens was written by Jack Weatherford, from Mongolia. First published in 2010.

What awards has The Secret History of the Mongol Queens won?

The Secret History of the Mongol Queens has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Secret History of the Mongol Queens worth reading?

The Secret History of the Mongol Queens is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in female leadership, Mongolian history, empire building.

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The Secret History of the Mongol Queens is classified as History. Non-fiction works that document and interpret the past.

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The Secret History of the Mongol Queens originates from Mongolia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Mongolia on our country page.

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