The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Malik al Mansúr
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 10
Malik al Mansúr enters the account through the formal language of rulers and messages sent across great distances. His title suggests authority, while the brief mention leaves his private character and appearance shrouded.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 10
- Books
- 1
Malik al Mansúr is identified as the Mameluke Sultan of Egypt and is mentioned in connection with congratulations sent to Lamba Doria. His role in the account is a concise diplomatic one, with no further personal history or transformation described. The text gives no details about his appearance or relationships beyond this exchange.
Description
No physical description of Malik al Mansúr is provided. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, and clothing are unspecified, so a faithful visual reference should leave those traits open rather than invent them.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- LD
Lamba Doriamilitary ally
As an enemy of Venice, the Mameluke Sultan sent Doria a complimentary letter and costly presents after the Genoese victory.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
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