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Byzantium: The Surprising Life of a Medieval Empire

by Judith Herrin

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"Disjointed but fascinating introductory overview of Byzantine history, culture and society. Pity about the shoddy proof-reading..." — Jan 22, 2010 12:03AM

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Bleak House

by Charles Dickens

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Martine said: " This is my third attempt to finish Bleak House. I actually really liked the book on my previous two attempts, but had to abandon it owing to lack of time, and somehow never picked it up again. Let's see if my third attempt is more successful. ...more "

Sep 22, 2009 04:21AM · see review

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