The Travels of Sir John Mandeville by Sir John Mandeville
"The Travels of Sir John Mandeville" by Sir John Mandeville is a historical travel narrative written during the 14th century. This work chronicles the purported adventures of a knight named John Mandeville as he journeys through various lands, including regions in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, while discussing the geography, customs, and notable sights of his travels. At the start of the narrative, Mandeville emphasizes the importance of the Holy Land,
outlining its significance to all Christians and detailing his own travels from England to regions like Constantinople and Jerusalem. He shares insights about the spiritual landmarks and relics found in these areas, along with the customs and beliefs of the locals he encounters. Mandeville aims to provide guidance for those wishing to undertake pilgrimages to these sacred sites, positioning himself as an experienced traveler who understands the perils and wonders of the journey. The opening portions set a rich historical context while inviting readers into the mystical and complex world through which Mandeville travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mandeville, John, Sir |
|---|---|
| Uniform Title | Itinerarium. English |
| Title | The Travels of Sir John Mandeville |
| Original Publication | Macmillan and Co., 1900 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandeville%27s_Travels |
| Note | Itinerarium |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1900 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price |
| Language Note | Translated from Anglo-Norman |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Mandeville, John, Sir -- Travel |
| Subject | Geography, Medieval |
| Subject | Palestine -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Orient -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 782 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2064 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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