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The Etruscan by Mika Waltari | Winking Fig

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The Etruscan

1955·381 pages

Historical Fiction

Having abducted Arsinoe, the wanton priestess of Eryx, Lars Turm's troubles began as he followed her to whatever lands promised her wealth & luxury. When she fell in love with another, he was forced to flee to Etruria & found a destiny beyond his wildest expectations & powers.

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The Etruscan

Year

1955

Pages

381

Historical Fiction

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Having abducted Arsinoe, the wanton priestess of Eryx, Lars Turm's troubles began as he followed her to whatever lands promised her wealth & luxury. When she fell in love with another, he was forced to flee to Etruria & found a destiny beyond his wildest expectations & powers.

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