The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Arghún Khan
Also known as Arghún, Arghún Khan of Persia, Argon
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 5
Arghún Khan is introduced with a reputation for extraordinary handsomeness, a striking presence befitting a ruler whose reach extends across Persia. Beneath that polished impression lies the solemnity of power and the intimate vulnerability of a man seeking a new bride.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 5
- Books
- 1
Arghún Khan, lord of Persia, is remembered as one of the handsomest men of his time and as the husband of Queen Bolgana. After her death, he sent three barons to the Great Kaan to bring back a bride from her family. Arghún died before the travelers arrived, and the lady was instead delivered to his son Casan, turning his proposed marriage into a legacy carried forward by others.
Description
The book describes Arghún Khan as one of the handsomest men of his time, but supplies no specific details of his face or physique. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, age markers, and clothing are not stated. His identity as a Mongol ruler of Persia suggests authority in bearing, but no particular costume, accessory, or distinguishing mark is described.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Kúbláigreat-uncle
Arghún was Kúblái’s great-nephew and ruler of Persia.
- B
Bulughánhusband
Bulughán was Arghún’s favourite wife; after her death he sought a bride from her own Bayaut kin, following her dying injunction.
- K
Kokáchinintended husband
Kokáchin was selected as the bride intended to replace Arghún’s deceased wife Bulughán, but Arghún died before the party reached Persia.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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