Publisher's Synopsis
The Travels of Marco Polo the Venetian is a book that chronicles the incredible adventures of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Written by Thomas Wright, this book is a comprehensive account of Polo's travels across Asia during the 13th century. The book begins with an introduction to Marco Polo's early life in Venice and his family's ties to the merchant trade. It then delves into his journey to the East, which began in 1271 when he was just 17 years old. Polo's travels took him across the deserts of Central Asia, through the cities of Persia and India, and finally to the court of the great Mongol emperor Kublai Khan in China.Throughout his travels, Polo encountered a wide variety of cultures, religions, and customs, which he documented in great detail. He wrote about the opulent palaces of the Mongol rulers, the bustling markets of Baghdad, and the exotic wildlife of the Indian subcontinent. The book also includes accounts of Polo's experiences as a diplomat and ambassador, as well as his interactions with other famous historical figures such as the explorer Ibn Battuta and the Mongol general Bayan. Overall, The Travels of Marco Polo the Venetian is a fascinating and detailed account of one of the most important journeys in human history. It provides readers with a unique glimpse into the world of medieval Asia and the incredible adventures of one of the greatest explorers of all time.IN a western direction from Pi-an-fu there is a large and handsome fortress named Thai-gin, 1 which is said to have been built, at a remote period, by a king who was called Dor. 2 Within the walls of the fort stands a spacious and highly-ornamented palace, the hall of which contains paintings of all the renowned princes who, from ancient times, have reigned at this place, forming together a superb exhibition. A remarkable circumstance in the history of this king Dor shall now be related. He was a powerful prince, assumed much state, and was always waited upon by young women of extraordinary beauty, a vast number of whom he entertained at his court.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.
