"These people are very cowardly, and they flee at the sight of an enemy, even if they are many in number."

"They are a very barbarous people, and they have no learning or civility, but live in a wild and savage manner."

"They are a very gluttonous people, and they eat and drink without measure, and they are always intoxicated."

"They are a very cruel and bloodthirsty people, and they delight in war and slaughter."

"The Great Khan has a vast palace all roofed with gold and silver, and decorated with dragons and beasts and birds."