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Composed in a prison cell in 1298 by Venetian merchant Marco Polo and Arthurian romance writer Rustichello of Pisa, The Description of the World relates Polo's experiences in Asia and at the court of Qubilai, the Great Khan of the Mongol Empire.In addition to a new translation based on the FrancoItalian 'F' manuscript of Polo's text, this edition includes genealogies of the Mongol rulers and nine maps of Polo's journey, as well as thorough annotation and an extensive bibliography.
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- Q: What is 'The Description of the World' about? A: The Description of the World details Marco Polo's experiences in Asia and at the court of Qubilai, the Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, composed in 1298.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Marco Polo and Rustichello of Pisa, who collaborated on this work while Polo was in prison.
- Q: When was the latest edition published? A: The latest edition of 'The Description of the World' was published on March 1, 2016.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the UK edition of 'The Description of the World', featuring a new translation based on the Franco-Italian 'F' manuscript.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 296 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What additional resources are included in this edition? A: This edition includes genealogies of Mongol rulers, nine maps of Polo's journey, thorough annotations, and an extensive bibliography.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the extensive annotations and bibliography make it suitable for academic study and research on Marco Polo's travels.
- Q: Can I find maps of Polo's journey in this book? A: Yes, the book includes nine maps that illustrate Marco Polo's journey through Asia.