The Road to Cathay is a historical fiction novel written by the American author, Merriam Sherwood. The book is set in the 14th century and tells the story of a young Venetian merchant named Marco Polo, who embarks on a journey to the Far East in search of wealth and adventure.The novel begins with Marco Polo's departure from Venice, Italy, and his arrival in Constantinople, where he meets a group of fellow travelers. Together, they set out on a perilous journey across the vast deserts of Central Asia, encountering various obstacles and challenges along the way.As they travel deeper into the heart of Asia, Marco Polo and his companions encounter new cultures, exotic landscapes, and dangerous enemies. They visit the cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Kashgar, before finally arriving at the court of Kublai Khan, the ruler of China.At the court of Kublai Khan, Marco Polo becomes a trusted advisor and confidant of the powerful emperor, and he spends many years exploring the wonders of China and the surrounding regions. He witnesses the construction of the Great Wall, the beauty of the Forbidden City, and the majesty of the Himalayan Mountains.Throughout his travels, Marco Polo faces many challenges and dangers, including bandits, harsh weather, and political intrigue. But he also experiences great joy and wonder, as he discovers new cultures, makes new friends, and falls in love.The Road to Cathay is a captivating tale of adventure, romance, and discovery, set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in human history. It is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, travel writing, or epic adventure stories.1928. Decorations by William Siegel. Here are told the stories of five great travelers: Friar John of Plano Carpini, Friar Odoric the Bohemian, William of Rubruquis, Ibn Batuta the Moor and Marco Polo of Venice, together with their own descriptions of the marvels of Cathay, the wonders of Ind, the four rivers of Paradise and the islands of the South; and the tales that are in the Book of Sir John de Mandeville.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.