Narrative of the Embassy of Ruy Gonzalez de Clavijo to the Court of Timour at Samarcand, A.D. 1403-6

by Ruy González de Clavijo

This 15th-century account of the journey of Ruy Gonz lez de Clavijo, a Spanish diplomat, to the court of Timur in Samarkand offers a rare and detailed glimpse into the culture and society of Central Asia. Clavijo's vivid descriptions of the people, landscapes, and customs he encounters on his travels provide a fascinating perspective on a little-known chapter in world history.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019379146
• ISBN13: 9781019379141
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"