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The Book of Ser Marco Polo
Hardcover
Medieval & Renaissance HistoryGeneral Asian HistoryGeneral Asia
ISBN13: 9781025312101
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 786
Weight: 2.79
Height: 1.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Book of Ser Marco Polo stands as one of the most influential travelogues in world literature, documenting the extraordinary journey of the Venetian merchant across the Silk Road to the court of the Great Khan. This first volume of the celebrated Henri Cordier edition provides a comprehensive and deeply annotated exploration of Polo's observations through 13th-century Asia, offering readers a window into the diverse cultures, geographies, and political landscapes of the Mongol Empire.
The narrative captures the awe and wonder of a European traveler encountering the advanced civilizations of the East. From the bustling trade centers of Persia to the opulence of Kublai Khan's court, the work details the social customs, religions, and natural resources of regions previously unknown to the Western world. Cordier's scholarly additions enrich the text, providing historical context and geographical clarifications that bridge the gap between medieval legend and modern history.
As a foundational text for geography and cross-cultural studies, this work remains essential for those interested in the history of exploration, medieval commerce, and the enduring legacy of the Silk Road. It is not merely a record of travel, but a monumental ethnographic study that reshaped European perceptions of the globe.
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