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AUTHENTIC MONGOLIA: All you need to know about Mongolia: Then & Now
"Authentic Mongolia" is a genuine and deeply insightful book that seeks to capture the true essence of Mongolian people, culture, and society. It does so through the use of official statistics, research studies, findings, and personal stories, alongside the widely recognized common knowledge among Mongolians, as well as legends and oral traditions passed down through generations.
The author, Dulguun Tsogbadrakh, a young Mongolian professional, provides a thorough introduction to her country, emphasizing its unique characteristics that allow readers to gain a deeper understanding rather than just a superficial overview. She explains terms and customs that are uniquely Mongolian, highlighting the attributes that shape Mongolian identity.
Who are the Mongolian people, and what was their identity before the time of Chinggis Khaan? Where do Mongolians originate from, and what defines them as Mongolian?
She said in her book, “As human beings, we develop deeper connections when we take the time to understand one another and share our stories in person. Similarly, I poured my heartfelt sincerity into writing this book to bridge the gap between Mongolia and your heart. My intention was to present an honest portrayal, avoiding sugarcoating of the less favorable aspects while not overly idealizing the simple things, in order to prevent any misleading representations. Ultimately, honesty and authenticity are what we truly cherish and value, don't you agree?”
This book is the culmination of her extensive experience and knowledge gained from working in diverse, cross-cultural environments, complemented by 15 years in the tourism industry. She has dedicated this work to anyone eager to learn more about Mongolia, aiming to enhance their understanding of the country.
The author, Dulguun Tsogbadrakh, a young Mongolian professional, provides a thorough introduction to her country, emphasizing its unique characteristics that allow readers to gain a deeper understanding rather than just a superficial overview. She explains terms and customs that are uniquely Mongolian, highlighting the attributes that shape Mongolian identity.
Who are the Mongolian people, and what was their identity before the time of Chinggis Khaan? Where do Mongolians originate from, and what defines them as Mongolian?
She said in her book, “As human beings, we develop deeper connections when we take the time to understand one another and share our stories in person. Similarly, I poured my heartfelt sincerity into writing this book to bridge the gap between Mongolia and your heart. My intention was to present an honest portrayal, avoiding sugarcoating of the less favorable aspects while not overly idealizing the simple things, in order to prevent any misleading representations. Ultimately, honesty and authenticity are what we truly cherish and value, don't you agree?”
This book is the culmination of her extensive experience and knowledge gained from working in diverse, cross-cultural environments, complemented by 15 years in the tourism industry. She has dedicated this work to anyone eager to learn more about Mongolia, aiming to enhance their understanding of the country.
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222 pages, Paperback
Published February 22, 2025
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August 15, 2025
Me ha gustado mucho porque es exactamente lo que buscaba: un libro en inglés, accesible, reciente y actualizado, que hablara de Mongolia, su cultura, sus tradiciones, su gente, el país y, de forma breve, su historia. No es una guía de viajes , sino un resumen claro de los rasgos principales de la cultura y la sociedad mongolas, perfecto para comprender mejor el país.
El libro podría merecer más estrellas si no fuera por la enorme cantidad de errores tipográficos y de edición que contiene: puntuaciones incorrectas, párrafos y páginas repetidas… da la sensación de que nadie en la editorial se tomó la molestia de leerlo antes de publicarlo.
Aun así, sigue siendo uno de los mejores libros recientes para hacerse una idea general de Mongolia , y ofrece una perspectiva muy útil para quien quiera acercarse a conocer el país. Eso sí, los fallos de edición son tan exasperantes que hasta me he planteado escribir a la autora o a la editorial para listarlos todos.
El libro podría merecer más estrellas si no fuera por la enorme cantidad de errores tipográficos y de edición que contiene: puntuaciones incorrectas, párrafos y páginas repetidas… da la sensación de que nadie en la editorial se tomó la molestia de leerlo antes de publicarlo.
Aun así, sigue siendo uno de los mejores libros recientes para hacerse una idea general de Mongolia , y ofrece una perspectiva muy útil para quien quiera acercarse a conocer el país. Eso sí, los fallos de edición son tan exasperantes que hasta me he planteado escribir a la autora o a la editorial para listarlos todos.
August 29, 2026
What started out as a hope for a decent historical and cultural exposition of Mongolia, I am now disappointed that this book has been written as a first person rambling about how overlooked Mongolia is, and how Genghis’ mass genocidal conquests should be overlooked. There’s also an expectation that we read an opening of a letter where Genghis elevates himself as indication of how ‘he wants peace and is a gentle person’. All leaders, modern and old, talk like that (look at Trump). Where the book seeks to detail historical accounts, the author says ‘he must have felt’, ‘he was angry from this betrayal’. I’m no historian but I’d wager as a person living in 2026, it’s nearly impossible to accurately know how and why anyone would feel a certain way 3000 years ago.
I’m honestly quite disappointed but am going to continue with this book because I do agree Mongolian history and culture needs better exposure. I’ll try hard to look past the first person subjective ramblings.
TLDR; poorly written, not a history book but rather a personal diary chalked up to be credible. Read with caution.
I’m honestly quite disappointed but am going to continue with this book because I do agree Mongolian history and culture needs better exposure. I’ll try hard to look past the first person subjective ramblings.
TLDR; poorly written, not a history book but rather a personal diary chalked up to be credible. Read with caution.
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