Sharon Kinoshita

Distinguished Professor of Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Translator of Marco Polo's book and author of Marco Polo and His World.

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Apr 11, 2025 • 56min

Marco Polo: history’s most famous travel writer?

Join distinguished literature professor Sharon Kinoshita, a Marco Polo translator, and comedian Ria Lina as they explore the adventurous life of history's most famous traveler. They delve into Marco Polo's epic 24-year journey to China, the wonders of the Mongol empire, and his extraordinary encounters, including the fascinating postal service and diamond-hunting eagles. Amid laughs, they also discuss his legacy, cultural exchanges, and the peculiarities of his later life, revealing how his stories influenced future explorers like Columbus.