# The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1

**Author:** Rustichello of Pisa
**Tags:** History, Voyages and travels, Polo, Marco, 1254-1323?, Mongols, Asia
**Price:** Free
**Formats:** DOCX, EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96303

## Description

In the late 13th century, a chance encounter in a Genoese prison brought together Venetian merchant Marco Polo and romance writer Rustichello of Pisa, giving birth to one of history's most influential travelogues. This first volume of The Travels of Marco Polo plunges readers into the extraordinary overland journey across Asia that Marco undertook with his father and uncle. From the bustling trade routes of the Middle East to the vast, enigmatic landscapes of Central Asia, Polo vividly recounts the arduous expedition that led him to the heart of the Mongol Empire. Detailing the diverse cultures, remarkable natural wonders, and fascinating peoples encountered along the legendary Silk Road, this essential account sets the stage for his unparalleled experiences at the court of the mighty Kublai Khan, offering Europeans their first comprehensive glimpse into a world previously unknown and sparking centuries of exploration and fascination.