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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
Currently reading:
The Devil's Broker: Seeking Gold, God, and Glory in Fourteenth- Century Italy by Frances Stonor Saunders. This is an account of the exploits of John Hawkwood, the notorious English mercenary who made his riches in the tumults of 14th century Italy. Maybe a bit drier than I had hoped, given the subject matter, but it's still a worthwhile read if you're into medieval or military history.
The Mad God's Amulet by Michael Moorcock. This the second in the Hawkmoon series, which I'm re-reading after my initial read a long, long time ago in high school. I gotta say it's somewhat disappointment. It cracks along at a great pace, unlike modern fantasy novels, but it's a thin. Very thin. This was an early work by Moorcock, so I might have better luck with a re-read of the Corum or Elric books.
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The first sounds excellent.
I have found the same with Moorcock. Loved them as a teenager, but re-visiting later in life has not been rewarding. I think I liked the Corum ones the best.