Mongol-Khwarazmian Rivalry for Central Asia (≈1200–1219) Cover Image

Mongolsko-chorezmijska rywalizacja o Azję Centralną (ok. 1200–1219)
Mongol-Khwarazmian Rivalry for Central Asia (≈1200–1219)

Author(s): Rafał Szewczyk
Subject(s): Political history, 13th to 14th Centuries
Published by: Wydawnictwo Adam Marszałek
Keywords: Chinggis Khan; Khwarazm; Khwarazmian Empire; Muhammad II; Khwarazmian diplomacy;

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this article is to present the growth of the political power of the Khwarazmian state in the 12th century and early 13th century. Paper focuses primarily on discussing the wars of Khwarazm with its neighbors: the Seljuk Turks, the Western Liao and the Ghurids. The diplomatic relations of the Mongol Empire with Khwarazmian Empire are further discussed, touching on the exchange of messengers and the trade treaty concluded between the states indicated.

  • Issue Year: 32/2024
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 42-63
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: English
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