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