Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Summary
Trekking from Africa to the Middle East and Asia, Ibn Battuta was one of the most well-traveled explorers of all time. He encountered many different cultural groups and recorded his interactions with them. Battuta s writings influenced trade between peoples and became an important source of information about the medieval Islamic world. Engaging headlines, historic images, and fact boxes take readers through his amazing travels in a unique tabloid style.
Contents
Meet the Boss -- Where are we heading? -- Ibn Battuta's travels in Dar al-Islam -- Meet the crew -- Check out the ride -- Solve it with science -- Hanging at home -- Meeting and greeting -- Far from home -- I love nature -- Fortune hunting -- This isn't what it said in the brochure! -- End of the road.
