Several papers and critical editions analyze Rubruck's journey from historical, social, and cultural perspectives:
: The most authoritative modern Italian edition is Viaggio in Mongolia (Itinerarium) , edited by Paolo Chiesa (Milano: Fondazione Lorenzo Valla, 2011). It features the original Latin text with a facing Italian translation and extensive commentary. Viaggio in Mongolia (Itinerarium)
: For a look at specific cultural clashes, Friars and the Consumption of Kumiss in the Mongol Empire discusses the friars' reactions to fermented mare's milk, a staple of Mongolian culture. Key Themes in the Itinerarium Christian Material Culture and the Mongols - Brill Key Themes in the Itinerarium Christian Material Culture
: The paper Travels of Christian Friars to the Mongols: Social Setting and Mission in the 13th Century explores the practical challenges of these missions, including communication and social interactions with local inhabitants. a staple of Mongolian culture.