Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East, volume 2 is a fascinating and captivating account of Marco Polo's travels in the East during the 13th century. In this volume, Polo continues to recount his adventures through different kingdoms, describing the customs, people, and landscapes he encounters along the way.

One of the most striking aspects of this book is Polo's detailed descriptions of the various cultures he encounters. From the bustling markets of China to the majestic palaces of Persia, Polo's vivid imagery brings these distant lands to life for the reader. His encounters with different rulers and dignitaries also provide a unique insight into the political landscape of the time.

Despite the grandeur and marvels he witnesses, Polo also does not shy away from recounting the hardships and dangers he faces during his travels. From bandits to harsh climates, Polo's journey is fraught with challenges that make his tales all the more gripping and relatable.

Overall, Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East, volume 2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and travel. Marco Polo's firsthand account of his adventures in the East offers a valuable perspective on a time and place that continues to intrigue and inspire readers to this day.

Book Description:
"Books of the Marvels of the World" or "Description of the World" (Divisament dou monde), also nicknamed "Il Milione" ("The Million") or "Oriente Poliano", but commonly called "The Travels of Marco Polo", is a 13th-century travelogue written down by Rustichello da Pisa from stories told by Marco Polo, describing the travels of the latter through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291.It's been a very famous and popular book since the 14th century, creating the image of Marco Polo as the icon of the bold traveller. Presenting Marco Polo as an important figure at the court of the Mongol leader Kublai Khan, the book was written in Old French by Rustichello da Pisa, a romance author of the time, who was reportedly working from accounts which he had heard from Marco Polo when they were imprisoned in Genoa, having been captured while on a ship.

This audiobook in two volumes uses the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yule's translation, revised by Henri Cordier.