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Marco Polo's book about his travels to China hit Europe in the early Renaissance, causing a sensation due to the lack of information and knowledge at the time.

Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Impact of Marco Polo's travels
For: Historians and those interested in Renaissance literature
Key quote: Marco Polo's book about his travels to China hit Europe in the early Renaissance, causing a sensation due to the lack of information and knowledge at the time.
The host briefly mentions Marco Polo's book to highlight its significance during the Renaissance. It served as a crucial source of information about China at a time when knowledge was limited in Europe.