The Journey Of William Of Rubruck To The Eastern Parts Of The World, 1253-55 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163242711)

The Journey of William of Rubruck to the Eastern Parts of the World, 1253-55 is a historical travelogue written by William of Rubruck, a Franciscan friar who embarked on a journey to the Eastern parts of the world in the mid-13th century. The book is a detailed account of his travels and experiences, including his encounters with various cultures and peoples, such as the Mongols and the Tartars.The book begins with William's journey from Constantinople to the court of the Mongol ruler, Batu Khan, and his subsequent travels to the cities of Karakorum and Bukhara. Throughout the book, William provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, cultures, and customs he encounters, as well as his observations on the political and religious systems of the regions he visits.One of the most significant aspects of the book is William's encounter with the Mongol ruler, M������ngke Khan, and his discussions with him about Christianity and other religions. William's account of his conversations with M������ngke Khan is considered one of the most important sources of information about the Mongol Empire and its religious policies.Overall, The Journey of William of Rubruck to the Eastern Parts of the World, 1253-55 is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the cultures and societies of the Eastern world during the 13th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.

Author: William Of Rubruck
ISBN-10: 1163242713
ISBN-13: 9781163242711
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 360
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d