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"The Precious Summary: A History of the Mongols from Chinggis Khan to the Qing Dynasty" is a book by Johan Elverskog that explores the history of the Mongols after the collapse of their empire in the 14th century. The book focuses on the eponymous Erdeni-yin tobči, a Mongolian historiography masterpiece written by Sagan Sechen in 1662. Elverskog's translation and study of the text provide insights into the rise and fall of the Mongol Empire, the postimperial fate of Mongol and Oirot ruling houses, and their reception of Buddhist institutionalism and public life. The book offers a comprehensive and accessible resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Mongolian, Buddhist, and Asian studies. [Extracted from the article]

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