Empire of Silver
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4.4 • 139 Ratings
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Publisher Description
The 4th novel in the bestselling Conqueror series, continuing the life and adventures of the mighty Khan dynasty.
Genghis Khan is dead, but his legend and his legacy live on. His son Ogedai has built a white city on a great plain and made a capital for the new nation. Now the armies have gathered to see which of Genghis' sons has the strength to be khan. The Mongol empire has been at peace for two years, but whoever survives will face the formidable might of their great enemy, China’s Song dynasty.
The great leader Tsubodai sweeps into the west: through Russia, over the Carpathian mountains and into Hungary. The Templar knights have been broken and there is no king or army to stop him reaching France. But at the moment of Tsubodai's greatest triumph, as his furthest scouts reach the northern mountains of Italy, Tsubodai must make a decision that will change the course of history forever.
Reviews
‘Iggulden is in a class of his own when it comes to epic, historical fiction’ Daily Mirror
‘Iggulden…tells an absolutely cracking story…the pace is nail-biting and the set dressing magnificent’ The Times
‘Iggulden weaves an entertaining tale of this world of men, swords, bows and the call of war and the plains’ Daily Express
‘I felt as if a blockbuster movie was unfolding before me…read the book before Hollywood takes it over’ Daily Express
About the author
Conn Iggulden is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today. His two number one bestselling series, on Julius Caesar and on the Mongol Khans of Central Asia, describe the founding of the greatest empires of their day. Conn Iggulden lives in Hertfordshire with his wife and their children.
Customer Reviews
Phenomenal!
This book (and series) is amazing! I started it after finishing the Julius Caesar series because I just simply hadn't had enough of Conn Igguldens work. As there isn't a vast array of series' depicting great conquerors that he has written, this was my obvious next choice.
I was wary at first because before reading this I guiltily hadn't really heard of the exploits of Mr Khan and friends, so I didn't really know if I would be interested. That in itself is a tribute to Conn. He has turned me from a Genghis Khan ignoramus to enthusiast in the space of four novels!
I look forward to starting the fifth novel and here's hoping he targets other mass conquerors and expansionists! 'Ahem Alexander!' Excuse me...
One of a kind
Brilliant book, amazing author!!!! Dont really need to say anymore. :)
Good read
Having read all Conns books this was a must have, good book continues the story where the last one left off. Have to say the history of the Mongol is one he'll of a story and a daunting task no matter how good the author. My sympathies to Conn for taking on Ghengis and his off spring, can't wait for the next one the Sung and the assassins next if my history serves me right, all great stuff and true, better than fiction.