Lost to Time: Unforgettable Stories That History Forgot

Lost to Time: Unforgettable Stories That History Forgot

“A splendid book, full of fascinating, well-told tales . . . a diverse and bafflingly overlooked collection of historical curiosities” (Booklist, starred review).“The only thing new in the world,” sai…

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