Timothy Mo is een Anglo-Chinese romanschrijver wiens werk zijn unieke culturele erfgoed weerspiegelt. Zijn schrijfstijl staat bekend om zijn inzichtelijke verkenning van identiteit en assimilatie, waarbij hij de complexiteit van het leven tussen twee werelden onderzoekt. Door zijn verhalen duikt Mo vaak in thema's als familie, traditie en de zoektocht naar ergens bij horen. Zijn stijl is opmerkelijk vanwege zijn vertelkunst en zijn vermogen om levendige portretten van personages en hun omgevingen te creëren.
"Timothy May describes the make-up of the Mongol army from its inception to the demise of the Mongol Empire, and he examines the recruitment, arming and training of the Mongol warrior. He also analyses the organization, tactics and strategies the Mongols used to create by conquest an empire that stretched from the Pacific Ocean to the Carpathian Mountains."--BOOK JACKET
Winner of the E.M. Forster Award and shortlisted for the Booker Prize, this brutal and beautiful narration of the guerrilla war against the Indonesians in Timor, praised by Fretilin Foreign Minister and Nobel prize-winner Jose Ramos-Hortafor its 'perfect authenticity', reappears now in this handsome edition at a topical moment in history as Timor fully joins the UN at last.
Offering a brief yet insightful exploration of Mongolian history, this book caters to both general readers and academics. It distills complex events and cultural developments into accessible narratives, making it suitable for those new to the subject as well as those seeking a deeper understanding. The text combines engaging storytelling with scholarly analysis, shedding light on the significant impact of the Mongols throughout history.
This book explores the rise and establishment of the Mongol Empire under Chinggis Khan, as well as its expansion and evolution under his successors. It also examines the successor states (Ilkhanate, Chaghatayid Khanate, the Jochid Ulus (Golden Horde), and the Yuan Empire) from the dissolution of... číst celé
Winner of the 1999 James Tait Black Memorial Prize. 'A writer of immense gifts, energy and wit. Nothing is off limits, he respects no borders. His style is tough and elegant in equal measure and exercises considerable force' - The Times 'Almost alone among that band of young English novelists who made their names in the 1980s he continues to produce hugely entertaining and serious novels that look as if they were based on practical experience' - D J Taylor, The Times
Giving an account of the Mongol Empire, the largest contiguous empire in history, May shows that although the Mongols were the most destructive force in the pre-modern world, they had a stabilizing effects on the social, cultural and economic life of the inhabitants of a vast territory and left... číst celé
The author of the acclaimed Sour Sweet presents a sweeping historical novel about corruption and greed, class, race, love and treachery set in Macao and Canton before and during the Opium Wars of the 19th century. Nominated for England's prestigious Booker Prize.
Timothy Mo's classic account of feuding Chinese families in sixties London quickly became a best-seller when it was first published and has since won its place among the novels of the time. Filmed by Mike Newell with a screenplay by Ian McEwan, it now appears for the first time on the Paddleless list.
The Poons, according to gossip in post-war Hong Kong, have plenty of money. But when Wallace Nolasco marries May Ling, daughter of the house of Poon, he finds he has been sold short. Wallace is relegated to the bottom of the household pecking order. By the author of "Sour Sweet".
The narrative explores the life of Genghis Khan, the formidable founder of the Mongol Empire, who rose to power in the 12th century. It details his strategic conquests that led to the establishment of the largest contiguous empire in history, highlighting his military prowess and the destruction of various tribes in Northeast Asia. The account delves into his complex legacy as both a ruthless conqueror and a unifier, shaping the course of history through his unprecedented expansion and influence.