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Let Marco Polo Krakow guide you around this beautiful city. Explore Krakow with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are also plenty of ideas for travel with kids. Let Marco Polo show you all that Krakow has to offer.The Marco Polo Krakow Pocket Guide covers: Northern Old Town, Southern Old Town, Kazimierz, Kleparz, Nowa Huta, Market Square, Kanonicza Street, Royal Castle, Corpus Christi Church, Remuh Synagogue, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wentzl, Wedel, Hotel Stary, Festival of Jewish Culture, Collegium Maius, Franciscan Church, St Mary's Church, Czartoryski Museum.Inside this guide:Insider Tips - discover the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into the cityBest of - find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids and the best things to do if it rainsSightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Krakow. Experience all of Krakow’s unique character with these personal toursKrakow in full-colour – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Krakow includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the city to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get into the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Polish phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get byPull-out map - we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour Krakow is a city full of energy and almost Mediterranean vitality, a mix of culture and vibrant life, of history and modernity, of looking to the future and legends of the past. With this practical guide book, small enough to slip into your pocket, you can stroll through Krakow in search of Copernicus, experience popular festivals and undertake a journey back through time surrounded by architecture of a timeless beauty. Or you can enjoy life in the city's best restaurants, cafes and clubs. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Krakow to show you around this fascinating city. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Krakow has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Let Marco Polo North Spain Coast guide you around this beautiful region. Explore North Spain Coast with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Experience the best of Gran Canaria, enjoy the top 10 sights and uncover some hidden gems. There are lots of ideas for keeping the kids entertained, as well as offering tips for travelling on a budget. Let Marco Polo show you all that the North Spain Coast has to offer.  The Marco Polo Corfu guide covers: Basque Country - San Sebastien, Bilbao; Cantabria - Santander; Asturias - Gijon, Oviedo; Galicia - A Coruna, Vigo. Inside this guide you will find:Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into the region from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular beachesBest of – find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you’re looking for an authentic North Spain Coast experienceSightseeing – all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of North Spain Coast. Experience the unique character of the region on a cycle tour through Santander or a day in the Picos de Europa. North Spain Coast in full-colour – Marco Polo Pocket Guide North Spain Coast includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the region to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood – before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Spanish phrases – the essential words and phrases are included to help you get byPull-out map – we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery TourTrust Marco Polo Pocket Guide North Spain Coast to show you around this fabulous region. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything North Spain Coast has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Let Marco Polo Lake Garda guide you around this beautiful region of northern Italy. Explore Lake Garda with this pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Experience the best of Lake Garda, enjoy the top 10 sights and uncover some hidden gems. There are lots of ideas for keeping the kids entertained, as well as offering tips for travelling on a budget. Let Marco Polo show you all that Lake Garda has to offer.  The Marco Polo Lake Garda guide covers: Sirmione, Limone sul Garda, Riva del Garda, Torbole, Malcesine, Torri del Benaco, Garda, Bardolino, Lazise, Desenzano, Salo, Gardone Riviera, GargnanoIn this guide you’ll find:Insider TipsWe show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this beautiful island from tasting the most magnificent ice-cream to exploring a deserted medieval villageBucket listHere we recommend the top 10 best Lake Gardan experiences Best ofFind the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget and the best things to do with the kids SightseeingAll the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery ToursSpecially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Lake Garda. Experience the unique character of the region with these personal tours Lake Garda in full-colourMarco Polo Pocket Guide Lake Garda includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday moodBefore even leaving home, get into the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Italian phrasesThe essential words and phrases are included to help you get by Pull-out mapWe’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Enjoy a cappuccino or 'spritz' in a café by the lake, stroll around ancient Roman sites, eat fish under the olive trees or get active windsurfing on the lake, this handy, pocket-size guide will help you discover the best of Lake Garda. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Lake Garda to show you this beautiful Italian region. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Lake Garda has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Let the Marco Polo Italy Road Map guide you around this beautiful country.Discover Roman cities, dramatic landscapes dotted with vineyards, picturesque towns, gorgeous beaches and majestic mountains with this highly durable, detailed, touring map of Italy. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck.Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 850 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or campervanEasy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colours and easy to read text will help you navigate the country like a localDurable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paperHighlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where you’ll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-routeDream routes - inspirational routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next adventureExtensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quicklyFor the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Italy.

A sparkling new translation of one of the greatest travel books ever written: Marco Polo's seminal account of his journeys in the east, in a collectible clothbound edition. Marco Polo was the most famous traveller of his time. His voyages began in 1271 with a visit to China, after which he served the Kublai Khan on numerous diplomatic missions. On his return to the West he was made a prisoner of war and met Rustichello of Pisa, with whom he collaborated on this book. His account of his travels offers a fascinating glimpse of what he encountered abroad: unfamiliar religions, customs and societies; the spices and silks of the East; the precious gems, exotic vegetation and wild beasts of faraway lands. Evoking a remote and long-vanished world with colour and immediacy, Marco's book revolutionized western ideas about the then unknown East and is still one of the greatest travel accounts of all time.For this edition - the first completely new English translation of the Travels in over fifty years - Nigel Cliff has gone back to the original manuscript sources to produce a fresh, authoritative new version. The volume also contains invaluable editorial materials, including an introduction describing the world as it stood on the eve of Polo's departure, and examining the fantastical notions the West had developed of the East.Marco Polo was born in 1254, joining his father on a journey to China in 1271. He spent the next twenty years travelling in the service of Kublai Khan. There is evidence that Marco travelled extensively in the Mongol Empire and it is fairly certain he visited India. He wrote his famous Travels whilst a prisoner in Genoa.Nigel Cliff was previously a theatre and film critic for The Times and a regular writer for The Economist, among other publications, and now writes historical nonfiction books. His first book, The Shakespeare Riots, was published in 2007 and shortlisted for the Washington-based National Award for Arts Writing. His second book, The Last Crusade: Vasco da Gama and the Birth of the Modern World appeared in 2011 and was shortlisted for the PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize.

Let Marco Polo Menorca guide you around this beautiful island. Explore Menorca with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the island's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this Canary Island has to offer.Inside this guide you will find:Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this amazing island from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular beachesBest of – find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you’re looking for an authentic Menorca experienceSightseeing – all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Menorca. Experience the unique character of the island with these personal tours Menorca in full-colour – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Menorca includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood – before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Spanish phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by Pull-out map – we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery TourMenorca offers a peaceful and private escape from a hectic world. Here you can explore idyllic bays, stunning beaches, romantic old towns and mysterious megalithic monuments at your own pace. From the ‘roof of the world’ at Monte Toro with its fantastic views of the hills, gorges and coastline to the magnificent bay of Cala Macarella, this practical, pocket-sized guide will help you discover the best of Menorca.  Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Menorca to show you this amazing Spanish island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Menorca has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Let Marco Polo Mauritius guide you around this beautiful island in the Indian Ocean.Explore Mauritius with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the island’s trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all that the Mauritius has to offer.The Marco Polo Mauritius Pocket Guide covers: The North, Port Louis, The East, The Southwest, The WestInside this guide you will find:Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this idyllic islandBest of - find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you’re looking for an authentic Mauritius experienceSightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your tripDiscovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Mauritius. Experience the unique character of the island with these personal tours Mauritius in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Mauritius includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful French phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by Pull-out map - we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery TourExperience the jewel of the Indian Ocean up-close. Just an hour from the beach you will be in the rainforest, and it only takes a few minutes from the Tamil temple to the Christian shrine. Experience the bustle of Port Louis and discover the colourful villages nearby which seem to come from a different age. Let Marco Polo Mauritius guide you around this beautiful island. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Mauritius to show you this amazing island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Mauritius has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Paris Marco Polo Pocket Travel GuideParis is the world's most visited city. Find your favourite arrondissement, where locals know which coffee shops stay open late and which streets avoid the crowds. Updated 2025.Skip the overpriced cafés around the Eiffel Tower and endless Louvre queues. This guide reveals practical spots like Galerie Vivienne's covered passages where Parisians shop for vintage and perfume without the Champs-Élysées crowds, family bistros in Belleville where neighbours gather for evening wine, and Canal Saint-Martin where locals picnic without needing reservations or tourist prices.Navigate Paris with confidence using Marco Polo's signature pull-out maps connecting metro stops to neighbourhood discoveries. From Butte-aux-Cailles' village atmosphere with working artists' studios to covered markets where vendors will teach you about cheese while you shop, experience the Paris that residents actually use.What You'll Discover:Practical Paris neighbourhood knowledge - which passages stay warm in winter, where locals shop for vintage, and cafés that aren't tourist trapsParis transport mastery - Marco Polo's pull-out map with metro shortcuts and walking routes through residential quartiersEveryday Parisian habits - where locals drink morning coffee, buy evening wine, and gather for neighbourhood conversationsParis cultural basics - French customs, arrondissement navigation, and useful phrases for genuine interactionsBudget-friendly Paris options - free gardens, local market wisdom, and practical money-saving advicePerfect for couples, culture seekers, or solo travellers wanting real France - this guide explains why Parisians protect certain neighbourhood spots.From morning walks along quieter Seine stretches to evening wine in family-run bars, discover the Paris that works for people who live here.Paris is more than monuments and museum queues - it's finding a reliable patisserie, learning which wine bars welcome conversation, and understanding that good taste and neighbourhood authenticity often go together. Find your way with Marco Polo.

Let the Marco Polo city map of Munich guide you around this awe-inspiring city. Highly durable and waterproof, this handy, pocket-size Munich map folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Highlights include: Olympic Park, Marienplatz, New Town Hall, Nymphenburg Palace, Platzl in the Old Town, English Garden, Church of St Peter, Eisbach Wave, Viktualienmarkt (Farmers Market), Features of the map:Pocket size - the handy, light-weight, pocket-size format contains huge coverage of MunichEasy to use - the super clear mapping in strong colours and clear text will help you navigate the city like a localMarco Polo Highlights - the Top Ten sights are featured with a brief description and are marked on the map to help you get more from your trip Suggested tours - two inspirational itineraries are included, offering you ideas of what to see and how to plan your day Public transport maps - the centre of Munich is easy to navigate on foot - but to enjoy all this city has to offer (and if your feet have had enough!) then look no further than the easy reference Munich transport mapLaminated finish - it feels like paper but it's waterproof, durable and tear-resistant! This hard-wearing, little pocket map of Munich will withstand lots of folding and refoldingDetailed scale - the scale is 1 : 16 000 showing you even the smallest of streets. Shopping destinations, coffee shops, bars, restaurants and tourist information, are also listed and cross-referenced. Ideal for short break, fly-drive and package holidaysExtensive street index - perfect to help you find your destination easily and quicklyExtended coverage - ideal for exploring slightly further afieldTrust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough street index to guide you around the wonderful city of Munich.

Let Marco Polo Costa Blanca guide you around this beautiful regionExplore Costa Blanca and Valencia with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the region's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful Spanish region has to offer…The Marco Polo Costa Blanca Pocket Guide covers: Costa del Azahar, Valencia, Costa Blanca, Costa Calida/Mar Menor.Inside this guide you will find:Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this amazing island from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular beachesBest of – find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you’re looking for an authentic Costa Blanca experienceSightseeing – all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Costa Blanca. Experience the unique character of the region with these personal tours Costa Blanca in full-colour – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Costa Blanca includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the region to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood – before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Spanish phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get byPull-out map – we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery TourEnchanting beaches and urban culture, a sunny climate, exuberant festivals, a lively gastro scene, nature reserves, the hinterland with traditional stone villages. There are so many reasons for a trip to this beautiful Spanish coastline, it’s hard to know where to start! Let Marco Polo guide you around the hidden bays, ports, markets, small inns and world-class restaurants. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Costa Blanca to show you this lovely Spanish region. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Costa Blanca has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Let Marco Polo Gran Canaria guide you around this wonderful island. Explore Gran Canaria with this pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Experience the best of Gran Canaria, enjoy the top 10 sights and uncover some hidden gems. There are lots of ideas for keeping the kids entertained, as well as offering tips for travelling on a budget. Let Marco Polo show you all that Gran Canaria has to offer.  The Marco Polo Gran Canaria guide covers: San Agustin, Playa del Ingles, Maspalamoas, Meloneras, Arguineguin, Puerto Rico, Puerto de Mogan, Telde, Santa Brigida, Vega de San Mateo, Teror, Arucas, Santa Maria de Guia, Galdar, Puerto de las Nieves, Mogan, La Aldea de San Nicolas, Artenara, Cruz de Tejeda, Tejeda, Ayacata, Santa Lucia.In this guide you’ll find:Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this exceptional island from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular viewsBucket list - here we recommend the top 10 best Gran Canaria experiences including where to see the best sunsets and dragon treesBest of - find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget and the best things to do with the kids Sightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Gran Canaria. Experience the unique character of the island with these personal tours Gran Canaria in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Gran Canaria includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get into the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Spanish phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by Pull-out map - we've included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery TourTrust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Gran Canaria to show you this amazing Italian island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Gran Canaria has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Tenerife Marco Polo Pocket Travel GuideTenerife is home to Spain's highest mountain. Find your favourite guanchinche, where locals know which family restaurants serve their own wine and which mountain trails avoid the crowds. Updated 2025.Skip the overpriced restaurants in Las Am ricas and crowded cable car queues. This local expert guide reveals traditional guachinches in La Orotava where farming families serve homemade Canarian food with their own harvest wine, authentic fishing villages like La Caleta where Casa del Mar has served the freshest catch for 40 years, and mountain trails through ancient laurel forests that feel prehistoric.Navigate Tenerife's incredible diversity with Marco Polo's signature pull-out maps connecting coastal villages to volcanic highlands. From north coast guachinches where locals gather for grilled rabbit with salmorejo sauce to hidden black volcanic beaches where Atlantic waves crash against dramatic cliffs, experience authentic Canarian island life.What You'll Discover:Secret Tenerife authentic dining - family-run guachinches serving traditional rabbit, fresh local cheeses with honey, and homemade harvest winesTenerife navigation mastery - Marco Polo's pull-out map with mountain routes, coastal connections, and village accessAuthentic Canarian food culture - guachinche customs, local wine traditions, and farming family recipes passed down generationsTenerife cultural confidence - Canarian customs, volcanic knowledge, and essential Spanish phrases for connectionsBudget-friendly volcanic adventures - free national park trails, local transport wisdom, and money-saving secretsPerfect for nature lovers, couples, or adventure seekers wanting authentic Spain - this guide reveals why locals call their restaurants "guachinches" and open them only during harvest season. From sunrise hikes through ancient forests to evening meals where wine flows from family barrels, discover the Tenerife tourists rarely find.Tenerife is more than package holidays and volcanic tours - it's morning mist rolling through laurel forests, gatherings in family guachinches sharing harvest stories, and the deep satisfaction of eating and drinking somewhere where the ingredients and people are passionately local. Find your way with Marco Polo.

Corfu Marco Polo Pocket Travel GuideCorfu is where Odysseus washed ashore in Homer's Odyssey. Find your favourite village, where locals know which tavernas serve homemade wine and which olive groves offer the coolest shade. Updated 2025.Skip the overpriced restaurants along Corfu Town's tourist strip and packed monastery tours. This local expert guide reveals hidden gems like Boulis Taverna in Lakones serving homemade wine with incredible Paleokastritsa views, secret coves accessible only by boat where you'll swim in sea caves, and Old Perithia's almost abandoned village where Stavros Taverna serves traditional dishes among ancient stones.Navigate Corfu's diverse landscapes with Marco Polo's signature pull-out maps connecting mythology to reality. From Messonghi's sandy shores where locals gather for fresh grilled octopus to hidden beaches where gods and mortals share the same sunsets, experience Greece between legend and authentic life.What You'll Discover:Secret Corfu swimming paradise - hidden beaches accessible by boat, crystal-clear coves, and turquoise waters framed by cliffsCorfu transport mastery - Marco Polo's pull-out map with coastal routes and traditional village connectionsAuthentic Greek taverna culture - family establishments serving homemade wine, olive oil, and recipes passed down generationsCorfu cultural confidence - Greek customs, island festivals, and essential phrases for genuine connectionsBudget-friendly Greek experiences - free monastery visits, coastal hiking, and money-saving island wisdomPerfect for couples, families, or culture seekers wanting authentic Greece - this guide reveals why locals say legends still feel alive on their island. From early morning swims in hidden bays to evening bouzouki music in village squares, discover the Corfu where mythology meets daily life.Corfu is more than package holidays and tourist tavernas - it's lazy mornings in village squares, passionate conversations about ancient legends over homemade wine, and the timeless Greek art of turning strangers into family over shared plates. Find your way with Marco Polo.

Marco Polo was the most famous traveller of his time. His voyages began in 1271 with a visit to China, after which he served the Kubilai Khan on numerous diplomatic missions. On his return to the West, he was made a prisoner of war and met Rustichello of Pisa, with whom he collaborated on this book. The accounts of his travels provide a fascinating glimpse of the different societies he encountered: their religions, customs, ceremonies and way of life; on the spices and silks of the East; on precious gems, exotic vegetation and wild beasts. He tells the story of the holy shoemaker, the wicked caliph and the three kings, among a great many others, evoking a remote and long-vanished world with colour and immediacy.

A sparkling new translation of one of the greatest travel books ever written: Marco Polo's seminal account of his journeys in the east.Marco Polo was the most famous traveller of his time. His voyages began in 1271 with a visit to China, after which he served the Kublai Khan on numerous diplomatic missions. On his return to the West he was made a prisoner of war and met Rustichello of Pisa, with whom he collaborated on this book. His account of his travels offers a fascinating glimpse of what he encountered abroad: unfamiliar religions, customs and societies; the spices and silks of the East; the precious gems, exotic vegetation and wild beasts of faraway lands. Evoking a remote and long-vanished world with colour and immediacy, Marco's book revolutionized western ideas about the then unknown East and is still one of the greatest travel accounts of all time.For this edition - the first completely new English translation of the Travels in over fifty years - Nigel Cliff has gone back to the original manuscript sources to produce a fresh, authoritative new version. The volume also contains invaluable editorial materials, including an introduction describing the world as it stood on the eve of Polo's departure, and examining the fantastical notions the West had developed of the East.

Liveright is proud to make available in paperback its reissue of the classic 1926 edition of The Travels of Marco Polo. Working from the traditional lyrical Marsden translation, editor Manuel Komroff corrected it against Henry Yule's magisterial two-volume work, including a chapter missing from the Marsden, to create a wonderfully readable and authoritative version. The artist Witold Gordon created thirty-two two-color woodcut illustrations for the original edition, published again here for the first time in over fifty years.Chronicling the thirteenth-century world from Venice, his birthplace, to the far reaches of Asia, Marco Polo tells of the foreign peoples he meets as he travels by foot, horse, and boat through places including Persia, Tibet, India, and, finally, China. There he serves in the court of Kublai Khan, then the leader of the most advanced and powerful country in the world. Polo also ventures to Shangtu, made immortal in Coleridge's poem "Xanadu."