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The Description of the World
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Ideal for history enthusiasts, students of medieval and Asian studies, and readers fascinated by exploration and cross-cultural encounters in the Middle Ages.
Composed in a prison cell in 1298 by Venetian merchant Marco Polo and Arthurian romance writer Rustichello of Pisa, The Description of the World
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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 Franco-Italian "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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Scholars applaud Kinoshita's translation for its clarity and fidelity to the medieval tone, making the text accessible to modern readers without sacrificing historical authenticity. The work is considered indispensable for both undergraduate and graduate study, and celebrated for illuminating the medieval encounter between East and West. Its detailed footnotes engage with current scholarship thoughtfully, positioning it as a definitive edition for academic use.
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ISBN: 9781624664366
Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 March 2016
Country: United States
Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Illustration: 14
Contributors:
- Edited and translated by Sharon Kinoshita
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 395g
Pages: 296
About the Author
Sharon Kinoshita is Professor of Literature, University of California, Santa Cruz.
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