The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Prince Henry
Also known as the illustrious Prince Henry, Prince Henry the Navigator, Infante Henrique
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 16
His name carries the promise of distant horizons, though the text leaves the man himself in shadow. He feels like a figure whose interests reach beyond the familiar court, compelling precisely because so little of his private presence is shown.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult (15th century)
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 16
- Books
- 1
Prince Henry is identified as the Portuguese prince and brother of Prince Pedro, remembered for supporting exploration. The account gives no personal portrait or extended narrative of his life, presenting him instead through his association with voyages and discovery. His place in the book is brief, but his name evokes the ambitions of a court looking outward toward unknown routes.
Description
No physical description of Prince Henry is provided. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, and distinguishing marks are unspecified. The text does not describe his clothing, so no particular style or accessories can be established.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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