The Travels of Marco Polo · Character

Solinus

Also known as Gaius Julius Solinus

  • Supporting
  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 16

Solinus is a name associated with the authority of ancient learning, his writings treated as a guide by medieval cosmographers. He feels less like a figure in the foreground than a distant voice whose words continued to travel.

Gender
male
Age
Adult (3rd century)
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 16
Books
1

Solinus, also known as Gaius Julius Solinus, is cited as a classical author whose works held great authority among medieval cosmographers. The text supplies no further account of his life, relationships, or personal arc.

Description

The text gives no physical description of Solinus. His age beyond his historical period, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, clothing, and distinguishing marks are unspecified.

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  1. BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1

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