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Baudolino: A Medieval Literary Adventure of History, Myth, and Invention in Byzantine Realms

by Umberto Eco

A medieval adventurer spins tales of his role in finding the Holy Grail and founding the mythical kingdom of Prester John in this labyrinthine novel. Eco blends history, myth, and postmodern playfulness to explore how lies and legends shape our understanding of the past.

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