The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Malik Kamál
Also known as Kamál
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 42
Malik Kamál is introduced through a ruler’s pointed comparison between his own conduct and the Khalif’s avarice. The brief remark gives him a trace of pride and moral confidence, though the man behind the words remains largely unseen.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 42
- Books
- 1
Malik Kamál is named as chief of Miafaraḳain, where he contrasts himself with the Khalif’s avarice. This single glimpse defines his place in the account: a local ruler asserting a different standard of conduct. No broader personal arc or relationships are described.
Description
The source does not describe Malik Kamál’s appearance. His build, coloring, hair, eyes, face, attire, and distinguishing features are all unspecified; any concrete visual rendering would need to be marked as an interpretation, not textual fact.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- MB
Mosta’sim Billahpolitical foil
Malik Kamál is presented as a generous contrast to the caliph’s proverbial avarice, declaring his resources available to those in need.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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