Question

my book increased interest in the new world and started rumors about the riches of north america. what is my name?

Explanation:

One well - known work that increased interest in the New World was "The Travels of Marco Polo". Although Marco Polo mainly wrote about Asia, his tales of far - off lands and riches inspired later exploration. Another possible candidate is Christopher Columbus whose reports after his voyages also spurred interest in the Americas. However, a more direct answer related to a book about North America's riches is Giovanni da Verrazzano. His accounts of his explorations along the North American coast contributed to European interest. But the most commonly associated figure with promoting interest in the New World through written accounts is Marco Polo.

Answer:

Marco Polo