Tuoyuan

Name: Tuoyuan
ISBN: 9787577301952

班布尔汗Zhengzhou University Press · ChinaJul 2025

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Word count: 165K words
Chapters: 38
ISBN: 9787577301952

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Summary

As the Tang dynasty declined and fell, the many ethnic regimes that had once submitted to the Heavenly Khan began to expand their own ambitions. The Central Plains regime split into the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms; although the Song achieved partial unification, it could hardly restore the political map of the high Tang. Beyond the Central Plains, regimes in the steppe, the Western Regions, and the Liaodong region vied for supremacy, at times even conferring titles on Central Plains rulers in reverse. This situation persisted until the Mongols entered the Central Plains, subdued the four quarters anew, and established a great empire centered on the Han region.

The book has eight chapters. Starting from the origins of the Mongols, it briefly introduces the political environment of the world at the time and the development and growth of the Mongols. It focuses on the founding, development, and consolidation of the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan and his successors and of Kublai Khan's Yuan Empire.

Editor's review

"Founding the Yuan" is a historical novel set against the rise of the Mongol Empire in the 13th century; drawing on his deep historical scholarship, author Bumburkhan reconstructs that sweeping steppe epic for readers. Unlike narratives from the traditional Han cultural perspective, the book delves into the spiritual world of the Mongol people, centering on Genghis Khan and his family and depicting the arduous journey from tribal strife to the establishment of an empire spanning Eurasia. The author excels not only at grand scenes of war and intrigue but also probes his characters' inner lives, revealing the resilient will and complex humanity Temüjin forged through hardship. The detailed depictions of shamanic belief, tribal customs, and the laws of steppe survival give the history flesh and warmth. For history enthusiasts, the book offers a new dimension for understanding the Mongol Empire; for general readers, it is a moving saga of ambition, family, betrayal, and loyalty. Bumburkhan's narration is steady and full of tension, achieving a delicate balance between fact and fiction that makes distant historical figures tangible and knowable.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers with a strong interest in the history of the Mongol Empire and the Yuan dynasty
Fans of historical fiction who enjoy grand narratives interwoven with the fates of complex characters
Readers who want to understand the course of Chinese civilization from diverse perspectives
Those who appreciate well-written historical fiction with rigorous scholarship

Not a good fit for

Readers looking for light entertainment or pure alternate-world fantasy
People with no interest whatsoever in nomadic cultures or war themes

Reading tips

Keep a map at hand while reading to help follow the geographical shifts and military campaigns
Don't rush the plot; savor the author's portrayals of steppe customs and characters' psychology
After finishing the main text, browse the author's afterword or notes to understand his view of history and creative intentions

About the publisher

Zhengzhou University Press China · Founded in 1995

Zhengzhou University Press is a comprehensive publisher based in China that takes academic publishing as its main body while giving equal weight to educational and trade publishing. Its catalog of 24 titles covers biography, history, documentary literature, literary appreciation, education, and inspirational growth, reflecting a focus on both educational and general-interest books. Representative works include From Emperor to Citizen by Aisin-Gioro Puyi, the annotated four-volume Eguo Jintuo Cuibian Xubian, Twilight in the Forbidden City by Reginald Johnston, and titles such as The Southern-Sojourning Monarch: Song Gaozong's Hesitation and Choice and Output-Based Learning: The Secret of Efficient Learning, spanning historical biography and study methods. Among its authors are well-known figures such as Puyi, Yue Ke, Johnston, and Xia Mianzun, alongside Xiong Xi, Li Lan, Yin Xiaofeng, and Tao Shangyun, giving the press a character that combines historical writing with educational publishing. Public information is limited, so this description is based only on in-catalog data.

版权信息
序章
第一章草原上升起九斿白纛
蒙古汗国的崩溃
从耻辱迈向征程
可汗不需要安答
“做我第五个儿子”
第二章长鞭所指促夏执金
三征西夏
浴血野狐岭
克中都
木华黎的国王生涯
第三章成吉思汗的遗言
战神最后一战
风雪三峰山
君王死社稷
萨迦班智达的选择
第四章从宗王到大汗
金莲川的筹谋
目标，彩云之南
奸相的高光时刻
兄弟之战
第五章建元表岁，以莅天下
帝汗并建
制度与权谋
白雁来，江南破
宋沉厓山
第六章输赢之间
“世界大战”
铁骑与战象
“神风”只是传说
热带雨林中的噩梦
第七章 “蒙古和平”
决战帖坚古山
“蒙古人的最后一位君主”
“我辈之国皆相沟通”
国朝大事，征伐最末
终章大一统——不仅在疆域，还在心理

FAQ

Is this a strict work of history or a novel?

The book is a historical novel: it uses the real historical timeline as its skeleton and fills in period-appropriate dialogue, inner thoughts, and细节描写, respecting historical fact on major events while exercising literary imagination in specific scenes.

Do I need a lot of prior knowledge of Mongol history to understand it?

No. The author naturally lays out the background in the narrative, the character relationships are clear, and the story itself is sufficiently engaging. Basic historical literacy is enough for smooth reading, and the book's rich details will draw readers into that era.

What is the book's writing style like?

The style is steady and weighty, with a rhythm that balances tension and ease. It has epic sweep, yet is delicate in portraying characters' emotions and steppe life. The language is vivid and visual, bringing the vastness of the steppe and the ferocity of war to life.

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About the author

班布尔汗 Author

Banbuerhan is a Chinese author known for writing on historical subjects. Public information about him is limited: his nationality, dates of birth and death, educational background, and personal experience are not clearly documented, and only one of his works is included in the database. His representative published work is Tuo Yuan, commonly classified as a history title. Judging from the title and category, the book likely deals with the history of the Yuan dynasty and belongs to popular history writing aimed at general readers. Such works usually focus on narrating historical events and clarifying their context, emphasizing readability and narrative rather than rigorous academic research. Given the limited available material, a more detailed assessment of his writing style and influence is not possible, but it can be confirmed that Banbuerhan's work so far centers on popularizing history, and he has come to readers' attention through a single title. For readers interested in Yuan dynasty history, Tuo Yuan offers an accessible popular account for reference.