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The Travels of Marco Polo is the classic account of Marco Polo's journey to China from Venice, and his discoveries as an emissary to the great Kublai Khan. Polo explores everywhere from Baghdad, Armenia and Russia to the Caspian Sea, the Gobi Desert and the small fishing villages of China, describing the geography, architecture and customs of these exotic places.

Discover the wonders of the East through the eyes of Marco Polo in this captivating second volume of his renowned travelogue. Known as Il Milione or The Million, this 13th-century masterpiece recounts Polos extraordinary journeys across Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia from 1271 to 1291. Written by Rustichello da Pisa, who transcribed Polos tales during their imprisonment in Genoa, this narrative has shaped our understanding of the world and immortalized Polo as the quintessential adventurer. This audiobook utilizes the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yules translation, enhanced by Henri ...

The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessential explorer. The narrative highlights Marco Polos significant role at the court of Kublai Khan, providing an intriguing glimpse into a world of wonder and discovery. Written in Old French during his ...