The Secret History of the Mongols: a Mongolian Epic Chronicle of the Thirteenth Century (2 Vol. Set) New Ed edition

Brill is proud to announce the paperback edition of the much-acclaimed standard work, "Secret History of the Mongols" by Igor de Rachewiltz. The 13th century "Secret History of the Mongols", covering the great Einggis Qan's (1162-1227) ancestry and life, stands out as a literary monument of first magnitude. Written partly in prose and partly in epic poetry, it is the major native source on Einggis Qan, also dealing with part of the reign of his son and successor, Ogodei (r. 1229-41). This true handbook contains an historical introduction, a full translation of the chronicle in accessible English, plus an extensive commentary. Indispensable for the historian, the Sino-Mongolist, the Altaic philologist, and anyone interested in comparative literature and Central Asian folklore, the "Secret History of the Mongols" has been selected by "Choice" as Outstanding Academic Title (2005).