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Temujin
He was born with a blood clot grasped in his fist -- a sign that he was destined to become a great leader. Though his parents named him Temujin, the world would come to know him as Genghis Khan, one of Mongolia's greatest and most legendary leaders. Author Hollyn Gee Conant explores the story behind this mysterious historical figure in her novel, Temujin.
After the birth of Temujin, the shaman predicted that Yesugei's son would lead and range the world over, far beyond the land of his fathers. He would be beloved by many, hated and feared by many more. Kings will flee at his coming. His wealth will be uncounted, and his sons will be emperors. But before this could come to pass, Temujin has to face many hardships especially after the death of his father.
There is very little factual information about the early life of Temujin because of the lack of contemporary written records. The few sources that do exist are often conflicting. Yet in her historical novel, the author paints a vivid picture of how Genghis Khan might have lived from his childhood to his adulthood when he came into his destiny. Now, readers can learn more about the leader that gave birth to the Mongol empire, a figure that is shrouded in myth and is brought to life in Temujin.
After the birth of Temujin, the shaman predicted that Yesugei's son would lead and range the world over, far beyond the land of his fathers. He would be beloved by many, hated and feared by many more. Kings will flee at his coming. His wealth will be uncounted, and his sons will be emperors. But before this could come to pass, Temujin has to face many hardships especially after the death of his father.
There is very little factual information about the early life of Temujin because of the lack of contemporary written records. The few sources that do exist are often conflicting. Yet in her historical novel, the author paints a vivid picture of how Genghis Khan might have lived from his childhood to his adulthood when he came into his destiny. Now, readers can learn more about the leader that gave birth to the Mongol empire, a figure that is shrouded in myth and is brought to life in Temujin.
372 pages, Hardcover
First published July 28, 2010
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