A note on this edition: The Mongoliad began as a social
media experiment, combining serial story-telling with a
unique level of interaction between authors and audience
during the creative process. Since its original iteration,
The Mongoliad has been restructured, edited, and rewritten
under the supervision of its authors to create a more
cohesive reading experience and will be published as a
trilogy of novels. This edition is the definitive edition
and is the authors' preferred text. This riveting second
installment in Stephenson and company’s epic tale focuses on
the aftermath of the world-shattering Mongolian invasion of
1241 and the difficult paths undertaken by its most
resilient survivors. The Shield Brethren, an order of
warrior monks, search for a way to overthrow the horde, even
as the invaders take its members hostage. Forced to fight in
the Mongols’ Circus of Swords, Hakkon must prove his mettle
or lose his life in the ring. His bravery may impress the
enemy, but freedom remains a distant dream. Father Rodrigo
receives a prophecy from God and believes it’s his mission
to deliver the message to Rome. Though a peaceful man, he
resigns himself to take up arms in the name of his Lord.
Joining his fight to save Christendom are the hunter Ferenc,
orphan Ocyrhoe, healer Raphael, and alchemist Yasper, each
searching for his place in history. Deftly blending fact and
fantasy, The Mongoliad: Book Two captures the indomitable
will to survive against immense odds.
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