Rustichello da Pisa, Marco Polo41 EpisodesMar 3, 2026
The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polo's adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polo's status as the quintessential explorer. The narrative highlights Marco Polo's significant role at the court of Kublai Khan, providing an intriguing glimpse into a world of wonder and discovery. Written in Old French during his imprisonment in Genoa, Rustichello skillfully captures Polo's vivid experiences. This audiobook features the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yule's translation, revised by Henri Cordier.
Episodes
001 - Introductory Notices part 1 Obscurities in the history of his life and book Ramusio's statementsMar 3, 20261366The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
002 - Introductory Notices part 2 Sketch of the state of the east at the time of the journeys of the PoloMar 3, 2026606The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
003 - Introductory Notices part 3 The Polo family Personal history of the travellers down to their final rMar 3, 20261265The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
004 - Introductory Notices part 4 Digression concerning the mansion of the Polo family at VeniceMar 3, 2026555The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
005 - Introductory Notices part 5 Digression concerning the war-galleys of the Mediterranean states in theMar 3, 2026911The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
006 - Introductory Notices part 6 The jealousies and naval wars of Venice and Genoa Lamba Doria's expeditiMar 3, 20261261The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
007 - Introductory Notices part 7 Rusticiano or Rustichello of Pisa Marco Polo's fellow-prisoner at GenoaMar 3, 20261233The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
008 - Introductory Notices part 8 Notices of Marco Polo's history after the termination of his imprisonmenMar 3, 20261781The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
009 - Introductory Notices part 9 Marco Polo's book and the language in which it was first writtenMar 3, 20261292The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
010 - Introductory Notices part 10 Various types of text of Marco Polo's bookMar 3, 20261596The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
011 - Introductory Notices part 11 Some estimate of the character of Polo and his bookMar 3, 20261220The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
012 - Introductory Notices part 12 Contemporary recognition of Polo and his bookMar 3, 20261818The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
013 - Introductory Notices part 13 Nature of Polo's influence on geographical knowledgeMar 3, 20261224The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
014 - Introductory Notices part 14 Explanations regarding the basis adopted for the present translationMar 3, 2026420The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
015 - Prologue part 1 Chapters 1 and 2 How the two brothers Polo set forth from Constantinople to traverseMar 3, 2026340The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
016 - Prologue part 2 Chapters 3 to 9 How the two brothers after crossing a desert came to the city of BocMar 3, 2026530The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
017 - Prologue part 3 Chapters 10 to 15 How the two brothers again departed from Venice on their way backMar 3, 2026533The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
018 - Prologue part 4 Chapters 16 to 18 How Mark returned from the mission whereon he had been sent How meMar 3, 2026676The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
019 - Book First Chapters 1 to 4 Here the book begins and first it speaks of the lesser Hermenia ConcerninMar 3, 2026747The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
020 - Book First Chapters 5 to 10 Of the kingdom of Mausul Of the great city of Baudas and how it was takeMar 3, 2026996The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
021 - Book First Chapters 11 to 15 Of the noble city of Tauris Of the monastery of Saint Barsamo on the boMar 3, 2026703The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
022 - Book First Chapters 16 to 18 Concerning the great city of Yasdi Concerning the kingdom of Kerman OfMar 3, 2026577The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
023 - Book First Chapters 19 to 22 Of the descent to the city of Hormos Of the wearisome and desert road tMar 3, 2026755The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
024 - Book First Chapters 23 to 25 Concerning the Old Man of the Mountain How the Old Man used to train hiMar 3, 2026409The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
025 - Book First Chapters 26 to 29 Concerning the city of Sapurgan Of the city of Balc Of Taican and the mMar 3, 2026661The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
026 - Book First Chapters 30 to 32 Of the province of Pashai Of the province of Keshimur Of the great riveMar 3, 2026427The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
027 - Book First Chapters 33 to 39 Of the kingdom of Cascar Of the great city of Samarcan Of the provinceMar 3, 2026808The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
028 - Book First Chapters 40 to 44 Concerning the great province of Tangut Of the province of Camul Of theMar 3, 2026907The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
029 - Book First Chapters 45 to 51 Of the city of Etzina Of the city of Caracoron Of Chinghis and how he bMar 3, 2026977The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
030 - Book First Chapters 52 to 54 Concerning the customs of the Tartars Concerning the God of the TartarsMar 4, 2026674The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
031 - Book First Chapters 55 to 58 Concerning the administering of justice among the Tartars Sundry particMar 5, 2026684The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
032 - Book First Chapters 59 to 61 Concerning the province of Tenduc and the descendants of Prester John CMar 6, 2026910The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
033 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 1 to 4 Of Kublay Kaan the great Kaan now reigning and of his great puissMar 7, 2026692The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
034 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 5 to 7 How the great Kaan caused Nayan to be put to death How the greatMar 8, 2026496The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
035 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 8 to 10 Concerning the person of the great Kaan Concerning the great KaaMar 9, 2026788The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
036 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 11 to 14 Concerning the city of Cambaluc How the great Kaan maintains aMar 10, 2026767The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
037 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 15 to 18 Of the great festival which the Kaan holds on New Year's day CoMar 11, 2026599The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
038 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 19 to 22 Concerning the two brothers who have charge of the Kaan's houndMar 12, 20261106The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
039 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 23 to 24 Concerning the oppressions of Achmath the Bailo and the plot thMar 13, 20261013The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
040 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 25 to 28 Concerning the twelve barons who are set over all the affairs oMar 14, 2026677The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent
041 - Book Second Part 1 Chapters 29 to 34 Concerning the rice-wine drunk by the people of Cathay ConcerniMar 15, 2026754The Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, also known as Il Milione or The Travels of Marco Polo, is an iconic 13th-century travelogue crafted by Rustichello da Pisa from the tales of Marco Polo. Chronicling Polos adventurous journeys through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291, this work has captivated readers since the 14th century, solidifying Polos status as the quintessent