Barry Unsworth
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Description
In the Umbria region of Italy, five sets of foreigners have chosen to live the simple life among the peasants. Though all appreciate the beauty, art, and history of the area, they have problems getting along with one another and their neighbors. Unfortunately, they resort to the deceitful, cunning, and greedy local lawyer Mancini to resolve their differences.
Description
Set in 14th century England, the story involves a priest who leaves the church after committing adultery. He falls in with a troupe of traveling actors. The group ends up in a small town where a mute woman is accused of witchcraft and murder. Drawn to the woman, the troupe re-creates the events in hopes of drawing a crowd and solving the crime.