The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Ya’kúb Kúshbegi
Also known as Atalik Gházi
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 68
A soldier of fortune who made a throne for himself, he seems shaped by risk and an unyielding appetite for power. His brief portrait carries the tension of a man who rose from Shighnan into the uncertain light of rule.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 68
- Books
- 1
Of Tajik descent from Shighnan, Ya’kúb Kúshbegi is described as a soldier of fortune who made a throne for himself in Eastern Turkestan. Also known as Atalik Gházi, he is presented through this ascent to power; no further personal relationships or transformation are detailed.
Description
The account describes Ya’kúb Kúshbegi as a soldier of fortune and a Tajik by descent from Shighnan, but provides no specific bodily features. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, face, and usual attire are not stated.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
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Habíb-ullahassailant
The commentary says Ya’kúb Beg treacherously seized and murdered Habíb-ullah, the aged ruler of Khotan, in 1867.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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