The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Guo Shoujing
Also known as Ko Show-king, Ko Shou-king, Ko Shéu-king
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 126
Guo Shoujing is introduced through the precision of his work: a mind turned toward the heavens and the instruments that make them legible. The account gives no bodily portrait, so his presence is felt in the careful craft rather than in appearance.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 126
- Books
- 1
Guo Shoujing served as chief astronomer under Kublai Khan and constructed an armillary sphere and other astronomical instruments. His brief mention rests on the ingenuity and practical skill of that work, while the account says little about his personal life or character.
Description
No physical appearance is described for Guo Shoujing. The text identifies him as an adult man but gives no details of his build, coloring, hair, eyes, face, clothing, or bearing.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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