Jack Weatherford

Jack Weatherford is a former professor of anthropology at Minnesota’s Macalester College. Initially interested in the impact of American Indians on world history, he made his name with books such as “Indian Givers” and “Native Roots.” Since the late 20th century, he has turned his attention to Mongolia. He is best known for his 2004 book, “Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World.”