“If you put together all the Christians in the world, with their Emperors and their Kings, the whole of these Christians, - aye, and throw in the Saracens to boot, - would not have such power, or be able to do so much as this Kublai, who is Lord of all the Tartars in the world.”
Quote by Marco Polo
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The travels of Marco Polo, the Venetian
This book is a compilation of Marco Polo's personal experiences and observations during his travels, which spanned over 24 years. It provides a unique insight into the cultures, geography, and politics of the regions he visited, offering a valuable historical document. more
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Marco Polo
Marco Polo was a famous Italian merchant and explorer, born on September 15, 1254, and died on January 8, 1324. He traveled to China during the Yuan Dynasty and spent 17 years there, with his experiences documented in 'The Travels of Marco Polo', which had a profound impact on the world. more
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