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The West's enduring fascination with Asia

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The Impact of Marco Polo's Accounts on European Fascination with Asia

This chapter explores how Marco Polo's journeys to Asia in the late 13th century challenged European beliefs and sparked interest in exploring the exotic lands of the East. It also discusses the role of faith in driving European exploration and the reception they encountered in Asia.

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