Book Details

• Publisher: Bantam Press

• Author: John Man

• Language: English

• Published Year: 2009

• ISBN: 9780593061770

• Pages: 311

• Binding: Paperback

• Book Condition: Used – Like New

• Condition Note: This is a used book in good condition

• Dimensions: 23 x 15 cm

• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

This engaging historical narrative by John Man retraces the remarkable journey of Marco Polo from Venice across Europe and Asia to the court of Kublai Khan in thirteenth-century China. Blending travel history with vivid storytelling, the book explores one of the most extraordinary expeditions of the medieval world.

The narrative brings to life the grandeur of imperial courts, vast armies, architectural marvels, and the legendary summer capital of Xanadu. Through careful research and accessible prose, the author separates myth from reality while highlighting the cultural exchanges that reshaped global understanding between East and West.

A fascinating read for enthusiasts of world history, exploration, and medieval travel accounts.