The Mongoliad
Book One : 1
(Author) Neal StephensonFusing historical events with a gripping fictional narrative, this first book in the Mongoliad trilogy reveals a secret history of Europe in the thirteenth century. As the Mongols swept across Asia and were poised to invade Europe in 1241, a small band of warriors, inheritors of an ancient secret tradition, conceived a desperate plan to stop the attack. They must kill the Khan of Khans; if they fail, all of Christendom will be destroyed. In the late nineteenth century a mysterious group of English martial arts aficionados provided Sir Richard F. Burton, well-known expert on exotic languages and historical swordsmanship, a collection of long-lost manuscripts to translate--the lost chronicles of this desperate fight to save Europe. Burton's translations were lost, until a team of amateur archaeologists discovered them in the ruins of a mansion in Trieste. From the translations and from the original source material, the epic tale of The Mongoliad was recreated.
Neal Stephenson
Neal Stephenson is an American author known for his science fiction and historical fiction novels. Some of his most notable works include "Snow Crash," a cyberpunk novel exploring virtual reality and a dystopian future, and "Cryptonomicon," a historical fiction novel intertwining World War II codebreaking with modern computer technology. Stephenson is praised for his intricate plots, detailed world-building, and exploration of complex themes such as technology, philosophy, and history. His writing style is characterized by its intellectual depth, humor, and imaginative storytelling. Stephenson's impact on the science fiction genre is profound, as he has pushed the boundaries of the genre and influenced other writers with his innovative ideas and storytelling techniques. "Snow Crash" is widely considered his most famous work and has become a cult classic in the science fiction genre. Stephenson continues to be a prominent figure in literature, captivating readers with his thought-provoking and immersive storytelling.
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