Lords of the Bow (edition 2008)

by Conn Iggulden

Series: Conqueror (2)

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Fiction. Literature. Thriller. Historical Fiction. HTML:From the author of the bestselling The Dangerous Book for Boys BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Conn Iggulden's Khan: Empire of Silver. For centuries, primitive tribes have warred with one another. Now, under Genghis Khan�??a man who lives for battle and blood�??they have united as one nation, overcoming moats, barriers, deceptions, and superior firepower only to face the ultimate test of all: the great, slumbering walled empire of the Chin. Genghis Khan comes from over the horizon, a single Mongol warrior surrounded by his brothers, sons, and fellow tribesmen. With each battle his legend grows and the ranks of his horsemen swell, as does his ambition. In the city of Yenking�??modern-day Beijing�??the Chin will make their final stand, confident behind their towering walls, setting a trap for the Mongol raiders. But Genghis will strike with breathtaking audacity, never ceasing until the emperor himself is forc… (more)

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MJWebb | Sep 22, 2022 |

The second installment of Conn Iggulden’s Conqueror series does not disappoint. This book shows the children of the first book breaching the threshold of adult hood. They are hardened from years of warfare, have accepted their destiny and all it encompasses. And that is to destroy the enemy. But we see the brothers on a continual path of learning and discovery. Each is coming into their own place in the tribe. Bonds will be formed and debts will be repaid and all will be done while ankle deep in blood. During the course of the book we see a continual path of growth, understanding and mutual respect for the tribe and their ancient enemies. But that does not mean anyone will go silently into the night. The book is solid and moves at a steady pace with a few surprises for the unsuspecting reader. I am neck deep into the third book as I write the review for the second. The Journey continues. (

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JHemlock | May 23, 2022 |

This is the second of the conquerer series. Solid book on its own right but just did not have the magic of the first. One, it was hard to read about my own people getting slaughtered. Two, as Genghis grows older his life becomes more complicated with more people. I do not fault the author. To paint a portrait of Genghis Khan's life can challenge any writer. (

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wellington299 | Feb 19, 2022 |

Very good telling of Genghis' conquest through China, partially based on historical facts on the real Genghis.

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sjh4255 | May 4, 2021 |

A gossiped up list of conquests, which doesn't give much of a sense of how Gengis Khan could have kept the momentum of his victories but mostly follows others as they are involved in various details of what might have happened. There is not much sense of danger or a convincing recreation to involve a reader who want more than boys on adventures. (

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quondame | Nov 25, 2020 |

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Behold, a people shall come forth from the north, and a great nation. They shall hold the bow and the lance; they are cruel and will not show mercy; their voice shall roar like the sea, and they shall ride upon horses every one put in array, like a man to the battle.

Jeremiah 50:41-42

Katso, kansa tulee pohjoisesta; suuri kansa... He käyttävät jousta ja keihästä, ovat julmat ja armahtamattomat. Heidän pauhinansa on kuin pauhaava meri, ja he ratsastavat hevosilla, varustettuina kuin soturi taisteluun sinua vastaan...

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For my daughter, Sophie

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The Khan of the Naimans was old.

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Fiction. Literature. Thriller. Historical Fiction. HTML:From the author of the bestselling The Dangerous Book for Boys

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Conn Iggulden's Khan: Empire of Silver.

For centuries, primitive tribes have warred with one another. Now, under Genghis Khan�??a man who lives for battle and blood�??they have united as one nation, overcoming moats, barriers, deceptions, and superior firepower only to face the ultimate test of all: the great, slumbering walled empire of the Chin.

Genghis Khan comes from over the horizon, a single Mongol warrior surrounded by his brothers, sons, and fellow tribesmen. With each battle his legend grows and the ranks of his horsemen swell, as does his ambition. In the city of Yenking�??modern-day Beijing�??the Chin will make their final stand, confident behind their towering walls, setting a trap for the Mongol raiders. But Genghis will strike with breathtaking audacity, never ceasing until the emperor himself is forc

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