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Page for page the book is far better than the show. Clavell did extensive research regarding cultural customs, trade routes, geography, math, science, and much more before completing this work. I cannot wait to continue it.

It’s a good overview of everything an apprentice stone mason—or for someone who is merely interested in masonry—would need to know before working on a project or restoration.

I need to learn Russian so I can read the original!

Nietzsche requires at least a basic understanding of various philosophers, poets, religions (primarily Christian sects), and societal values that were fundamental to not only Germany, but in largely Europe as a whole. Dostoyevsky, Kant, Schopenhauer, Aristotle, Socrates, Alexander the Great. I mean, the list goes on. Be prepared to study in order to understand Nietzsche! 😅