"I was once given a parrot that could speak many languages. It was a very intelligent bird, and I enjoyed its company."

"The people of this land are a bad people, and they are not trustworthy."

"I was once mistaken for a king in this land and was given many gifts and honors. It was a very pleasant mistake."

"The women of this country are very modest, and they cover their entire bodies."

"I went on board, leaving my companions behind, and saw the Sultan of India, the most generous, courageous, and powerful of men, but without a drop of mercy in his heart."