Marco Polo Overland to China

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Relive Italian voyager Marco Polo's adventures in China in1275, including his legendary meeting with Kublai Khan, emperor of the powerful Mongol Empire. This exciting new book separates fact from myth using excerpts from Polo’s actual journals and vivid illustrations and photographs to portray Polo himself and his impressions of the unique traditions and customs of the Mongols. A recipe from the period is also included. Topics include:

• what the Medieval period meant to Europe and exploration
• the Silk Road
• Marco Polo’s service in Kublai Khan’s court
• life at sea and in the Mongol Empire
• Marco Polo’s influence on later explorers.

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