The Travels of Marco Polo: The Venetian

By Ben Jonson

Book Overview

The Travels of Marco Polo: The Venetian is a book written by Ben Jonson that recounts the adventures of Marco Polo, a Venetian merchant who traveled to the East in the 13th century. The book is based on Polo's own accounts of his travels and includes descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the customs and traditions of the lands he encountered. The book begins with Polo's departure from Venice and his journey through the Middle East, including stops in Persia, Iraq, and Turkey. From there, he travels to India, where he spends several years exploring the country and meeting with local rulers. He then moves on to China, where he spends over 20 years in the service of Kublai Khan, the Mongol emperor. Throughout his travels, Polo encounters a wide variety of people and cultures, from the nomadic tribes of Central Asia to the wealthy merchants of China. He witnesses battles and political intrigue, experiences natural wonders like the Himalayas and the Gobi Desert, and learns about the many religions and belief systems of the East. The Travels of Marco Polo: The Venetian is a fascinating account of one man's journey through a world that was largely unknown to Europeans at the time. It offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of the East, as well as insights into the life of a medieval traveler.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163381357
• ISBN13: 9781163381359
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"