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Umberto Eco

Italian author Umberto Eco discusses his novel The Name of the Rose, set in a 14th Century Franciscan monastery and answers questions from an invited audience.

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Christmas Day 2007 00:00GMT

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  • Christmas Day 2007 00:00GMT

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