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Mandeville, John, Sir
Maundeville, John
Itinerarium. English
The Travels of Sir John Mandeville
Macmillan and Co., 1900
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandeville%27s_Travels
Itinerarium
Transcribed from the 1900 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
"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.)
Translated from Anglo-Norman
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Voyages and travels -- Early works to 1800
Mandeville, John, Sir -- Travel
Geography, Medieval
Palestine -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
Orient -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - Medieval/Middle Ages
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