Kublai Khan and the Mongol Empire

This chapter delves into the reign of Kublai Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan, and explores his goal to conquer China, resulting in the establishment of the Yuan dynasty. It also examines the impact of the Mongol Empire, including their role in international trade and their influence on Western merchants' access to Asia. The chapter further discusses Marco Polo's journey to the Far East and the controversy surrounding his accounts.