Halkovic, Stephen A.
The Mongols of the West
- ISBN 13:
- 9780933070165
- author:
- Halkovic, Stephen A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Research Institute for Inner Asian Studies
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1985
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 22.91 x 15.19 x 1.35 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Asia, China
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Mongols of the West presents a unique historical chronicle, written in Oirat script around 1819. This work is an important source for scholars of Mongol and Inner Asian history, providing valuable insights into the lives and traditions of Western Mongolian groups such as the Kalmyks and Oirats. The book includes an English translation of the chronicle, along with its original text in Oirat script. The introduction sets the context for the historical period and historiography of these groups, making this work a significant contribution to the field of Mongolian history. For those interested in the history and culture of the Kalmyks and Oirats, this book offers a rare and valuable perspective on their experiences and traditions.
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