The Talisman Of Kubla Khan 1229-1298

By Mrs. Alfred Wingate

Book Overview

The Talisman of Kubla Khan 1229-1298 is a book written by Mrs. Alfred Wingate. The book is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a young boy named Marco Polo who embarks on a journey to the court of Kubla Khan, the ruler of the Mongol Empire. The story is set in the 13th century and follows Marco Polo as he travels through Asia, encountering various obstacles and challenges along the way.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Marco Polo's journey. The first chapter introduces the reader to Marco Polo and his family, who are merchants from Venice. The second chapter describes Marco Polo's journey to the court of Kubla Khan, where he is sent as an emissary by the Pope. The subsequent chapters follow Marco Polo as he travels through Asia, encountering various people and cultures, and learning about the customs and traditions of the regions he visits.The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and accurate portrayal of life in 13th century Asia. It also includes several illustrations and maps that help readers visualize the places and events described in the story. The Talisman of Kubla Khan 1229-1298 is a captivating and engaging book that is sure to appeal to readers of all ages who are interested in history, adventure, and travel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432545639
• ISBN13: 9781432545635
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.0"