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n nWho is Marco Polo and why does his name sound so familiar? Yet why do most people seem to have no idea about who he is?n n nn nThis book takes you eight centuries back in time to journey with one of the most renowned travelers in recorded history through his, almost fictious, adventures along the Silk Road.n n nn nThe author characterizes Marco Polo as a young Venetian of the thirteenth century, brought up amid luxury and wealth, of a bold spirit and a curious mind, went forth from his home in the beautiful city of the Adriatic, and for many years lived among a far-off Asiatic people, and at a court of barbaric yet splendid pomp.n n nn nHis life was passed amid an incessant succession of exciting events, of strange adventures, and of hair-breadth escapes. Writes Towle.n nMarco Polos travels, quite literally, put East Asia on the map, as his descriptions led to major advancements in cartography. Discover how he amassed a fortune, lost everything, and became wealthy again, and how his adventures ultimately lead to the foundation of the United States of America!n n nn n The central figure of the story is heroic, for Marco Polo was in all things manly, brave, persevering, intelligent, and chivalrous; and the scenes and incidents in which he was the leading actor were in the highest degree thrilling and dramatic.n n George Towlen
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