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Exploring the motivations and experiences of medieval travelers, this book delves into various means of travel, including the challenges posed by landscapes, weather, and hostile encounters. It highlights the roles of clergy, merchants, and pilgrims, alongside tales of iconic figures like Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus. The text categorizes the reasons for travel and examines myths and fantasies surrounding journeys of the time. Concluding with a critique of modern travel, this English translation offers a captivating look into medieval culture and exploration.
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Travel In The Middle Ages, Jean Verdon
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- Travel In The Middle Ages
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jean Verdon
- Publisher
- University of Notre Dame Press
- Publisher
- 2003
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 370
- ISBN13
- 9780268042226
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Exploring the motivations and experiences of medieval travelers, this book delves into various means of travel, including the challenges posed by landscapes, weather, and hostile encounters. It highlights the roles of clergy, merchants, and pilgrims, alongside tales of iconic figures like Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus. The text categorizes the reasons for travel and examines myths and fantasies surrounding journeys of the time. Concluding with a critique of modern travel, this English translation offers a captivating look into medieval culture and exploration.