From the Book - First American edition.
A medieval mariner's windrose
The shape of the world in 1491; or, a preamble with Martin Behaim
Can I pay for that in plapparts?
The point of departure, with Beatrice, Henry and Thomas
Charms and prognostications for Christian travellers
A bedtime conversation between two travellers
A stay in Venice, and onwards to Rome
Across the great sea: from Venice to Cyprus
A walking tour of Constantinople
Some travellers' costs in Egypt and the Holy Land
Through the Holy Land to Babylon
A walking tour of Jerusalem
Can you repeat that, please? Phrases for travellers
Medical advice for travellers
From Persia through India
Tips for business travellers from Tana to Khanbaliq
All roads lead to Khanbaliq
Eating out in Mongol China
How to find the Fountain of Youth
A rough guide to the Antipodes and the end of the world
