The Travels of Marco Polo
Embark on an extraordinary journey with Marco Polo as he explores the vast landscapes of Asia and encounters its rich cultures. From the opulence of Kublai Khan's court to the bustling markets of China, his vivid tales paint a picture of an enigmatic world. Polo’s adventurous spirit takes readers through treacherous terrain and uncharted territories, weaving stories filled with wonder and intrigue. His experiences challenge the boundaries of imagination, offering a glimpse into a time when the world was both vast and mysterious. The Travels of Marco Polo invites you to question everything you know about exploration and adventure—are you ready to follow in his footsteps?
By Marco Polo
Published: 2008
"I have not told half of what I saw."
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Now in a handsome and newly revised hardcover edition: the extraordinary travelogue that has enthralled readers for more than seven centuries. Marco Polo’s vivid descriptions of the splendid cities and people he encountered on his journey along the Silk Road through the Middle East, South Asia, and China opened a window for his Western readers onto the fascinations of the East and continued to grow in popularity over the succeeding centuries. To a contemporary audience, his colorful stories—and above all, his breathtaking description of the court of the great Kublai Khan, Mongol emperor of China—offer dazzling portraits of worlds long gone. The classic Marsden and Wright translation of The Travels has been revised and updated by Peter Harris, with new notes, a bibliography, and an introduction by award-winning travel writer Colin Thubron.
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Marco Polo
Marco Polo (1254-1324) was an Italian merchant, explorer, and writer best known for his travels through Asia during the late 13th century. His notable work, 'The Travels of Marco Polo' (also known as 'Il Milione'), co-written with Rustichello da Pisa, chronicles his experiences and the rich cultures he encountered in the Mongol Empire and beyond. Polo's writing style combines vivid descriptions, detailed observations, and a narrative approach that blends adventure with factual reporting, making his accounts both engaging and informative. His journeys inspired future explorers and offered one of the first comprehensive views of the East to a European audience.
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- Authors
- Marco Polo
- Published
- October 2008
- Publisher
- Everyman's Library
- ISBN
- 0307269132
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 474
- Genres
- Travel MemoirsCultural TravelAdventure TravelTravel
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