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The travels of Marco Polo
Book • 1300
The book, also known as *Il Milione* or *Book of the Marvels of the World*, describes Marco Polo's travels from Venice to China and his time serving Kublai Khan.
It provides a comprehensive look into the culture, politics, and geography of the Eastern world during the 13th century.
The narrative includes descriptions of various regions such as China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia, and offers insights into the Mongol Empire and its operations.
The book was written by Rustichello da Pisa based on Marco Polo's accounts while they were imprisoned together in Genoa.
It provides a comprehensive look into the culture, politics, and geography of the Eastern world during the 13th century.
The narrative includes descriptions of various regions such as China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia, and offers insights into the Mongol Empire and its operations.
The book was written by Rustichello da Pisa based on Marco Polo's accounts while they were imprisoned together in Genoa.
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Commonly known as Marco Polo's Travels, but the original title translates to Description of the World.
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