Romantic Revolutionary: Simon Bolivar and the Struggle for Independence in Latin America by Robert Harvey My rating: 4 of 5 stars Simon Bolivar was one of history’s great characters. His revolutions across South America overthrew Spanish rule in six countries. His empire extended across the continent and was as large…
Jack Weatherford’s “Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World” provides an insightful account of Genghis Khan’s impact on history, highlighting the Mongol Empire’s vast influence on culture, trade, and governance. The book examines his rise, legacy, and the empire’s decline due to the Great Plague, while emphasizing the need for deeper exploration of this subject.
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