Lords of the Bow (Conqueror, Book 2) [Import] [Hardcover]

Conn Iggulden (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 464 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins; First edition (2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0007201761
• ISBN-13: 978-0007201761
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.1 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #307,707 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Despite finding time to write historical novels and The Dangerous Book for Boys, Conn Iggulden is in some ways better known as a trainer of Tollins. His Tollin troupe, "Small and Mighty," are famous in Tasmania, where they often play to packed houses. "It used to be just a hobby," he says, "but when you've seen a display of Tollin synchronized flying, you realize it's your life's work. Also, they can be transported in shoe boxes, so it's pretty cheap to get around."

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The brilliant second installment of the Conqueror series, February 29, 2008

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Lance Mitchell (Hampshire, UK, Northern Hemisphere, Planet Earth) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lords of the Bow (UK Hardcover) (Hardcover)

Having united the tribes into the unified nation of Mongols, Genghis Khan and his brothers lead their great army into the land of the Chin. They encounter a new type of warfare, besieging great cities with high, strong walls and massive defensive weapons.

Keeping the tribes united is a difficult task and relies upon the brains of the great khan combined with his, sometimes shocking, ruthlessness. It works.

There are many sub-adventures, and there are new surprises for the reader around every corner. The only constant is the cunning plotting of the shaman, Kokchu, who is feared by all, even Genghis.

Once again, Conn Iggulden sweeps the reader along with his wonderful descriptive story-telling. The only disappointment for me is that, having finished this book, I am going to have to wait for the third and final instalment.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Overreaching, January 27, 2012

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H. Tjoa "Asian Mind" (CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lords of the Bow (Paperback)

This is the second book in a series. I found the first volume, Genghis, very absorbing with the descriptions of the young Temujin to survive and regain his birth-right--the "cold face," the will to power, the harrowing escapes. The Lords of the Bow, I think, over-reaches. It is a good story and well told. But the characters of Temuge, of Kokchu the new shaman, of Genghis' inability to love his oldest son, of the layers of Chin society from the tong chief and slaves to the generals and imperial court. The scope demands Wagnerian treatment (while Genghis required something more like the Carmina Burana) and it does not get it.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Cracking good series, March 22, 2011

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ajbubbles - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lords Of The Bow (Conqueror 2) (Kindle Edition)

I've read the whole Iggulden series about Ghengis Khan now and really enjoyed it.

He creates a real sense of place and time (and smell). Even a squeamish 21st century urbanite like me, was convinced to set aside modern day prejudices and immerse myself in this visceral experience.

I am a difficult person to impress when it comes to historical novels. I insist on historical integrity and abhor sloppy wordsmithing.

So if you love history and a cracking good story, this is a series you'll probably enjoy this one. Will now have a look at his other series.