![]() ![]() It is a fantastic living book teaching about history and geography, recommended for ages 10 and up. A retelling of Marco Polos chronicles of his journey to the court of the Mongol emperor, Kublai Khan, in the. Polo’s way was paved by the pioneering efforts of his ancestors, especially his father, Niccolò, and his uncle, Maffeo. This new edition features all the original illustrations and clean, readable text. The Travels of Marco Polo: For Boys and Girls. ![]() Louise Andrews Kent is a master storyteller, weaving historical accuracy and immersive adventure into one epic voyage of discovery. When so much has changed will Tonio find anything worth returning for? There are many wonderful sights, amazing inventions and great riches to discover, though Tonio looks forward to getting back home – but many years will pass before his chance to see the canals of Venice again. When we get back to Venice, I’ll take you out in mine.” When Tonio rides into Cathay on one of the Khan’s elephants, he says to his friend, Pietro: “Elephants are grand… but give me a horse any time – unless I could have a gondola. Leaving behind his only possession, a shabby green gondola, Tonio eagerly joins Marco Polo on his adventure.Īs Tonio and the Polo family travel the dangerous silk road to modern-day China, they encounter many fascinating people and dangerous perils. ![]() Cathay is a long way from his home in Venice, but when 14-year-old gondolier, Tonio Tumba receives the chance of a lifetime, he doesn’t say no. ![]()
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