Description - Mongolia by Carl Robinson
Mongolia is a land of constant surprises. Renowned for
its classic rolling steppe land - from where, in times
past, nomadic Mongol clans and confederations swept out
to conquer much of the known world - it also boasts snow-
capped peaks towering over wide, grassy valleys,
meandering rivers and great lakes, as well as badlands,
dramatic gorges and mighty sand dunes rising from flat
desert floors. Within these enormous vistas much of the
old Mongolia can still be found, with herdsmen, horses
and heart-warming hospitality wherever you go. But in its
growing cities a new Mongolia is emerging, shaking loose
from its Sovietera shackles and making the most of a
liberating free-market economy. This beautifully
illustrated book provides a comprehensive and insightful
guide to the diverse natural history and rich culture of
'The Land of the Eternal Blue Sky'. This title presents
in-depth historical focus, from prehistory to post-Soviet
freedom. It discusses Mongolia's incredible natural
diversity. It includes special topic essays by experts on
important aspects of Mongolian culture and history. It
features wide range of literary excerpts, from Natsagdorj
to Roy Chapman Andrews.
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