Geschichte der Ilchane, das ist der Mongolen in Persien by Hammer-Purgstall

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By Helen Moore Posted on Jan 3, 2026
In Category - Ethical Reflections
Hammer-Purgstall, Joseph, Freiherr von, 1774-1856 Hammer-Purgstall, Joseph, Freiherr von, 1774-1856
German
"Geschichte der Ilchane, das ist der Mongolen in Persien" by Hammer-Purgstall is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work focuses on the history of the Ilkhanate, a division of the Mongol Empire that controlled Persia, detailing the lineage, governance, and significant historical events associated with its rulers. It aims to...
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The opening of the text introduces the author's dedication to the King of Bavaria, highlighting the significance of his work. In the preface, Hammer-Purgstall outlines the motivations for writing this history parallel to his previous work on the Mongolian Empire in Kipchak. He emphasizes the richness of sources available for the Ilkhanate's history compared to its Kipchak counterpart, underscoring key events such as the fall of the Assassins, the dissolution of ancient dynasties, and the rise of new ones. The narrative aims to contextualize the Mongol influence in Iran while setting the stage for a detailed examination of the Ilkhanate's rulers and their impact on the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Michelle Allen
5 months ago

From an academic standpoint, the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. Well worth recommending.

Barbara Smith
1 month ago

My professor recommended this and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.

Joshua Gonzalez
2 months ago

To be perfectly clear, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. Truly inspiring.

Noah Carter
5 days ago

What caught my attention immediately was that the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. This made complex ideas feel approachable.

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