Marco Polo published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with The Travels of Marco Polo (1298).
Updated September 2026
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The Travels of Marco Polo (1298), with Rustichello da Pisa
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Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant, explorer, and writer who travelled through Asia along the Silk Road between 1271 and 1295. His travels are recorded in The Travels of Marco Polo, a book that described the then-mysterious culture and inner workings of the Eastern world, including the wealth and great size of the Mongol Empire and China under the Yuan dynasty, giving Europeans their first comprehensive look into China, Persia, India, Japan, and other Asian societies.
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Marco Polo FAQ
- How many books has Marco Polo written?
- Marco Polo published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Marco Polo's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Travels of Marco Polo.
- What is Marco Polo's last book?
- The Travels of Marco Polo (1298).
- What is Marco Polo's most famous book?
- The Travels of Marco Polo (1298) is Marco Polo's most widely read book.
- Can I read Marco Polo's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Marco Polo are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.