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Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. By purchasing this title, you may be eligible to receive an ebook credit toward select titles. A timetraveler is stranded in medieval europe during the black death. Connie willis draws upon her understanding of the universalities of human nature to explore the ageless issues of evil, suffering. Go to the editions section to read or download ebooks. An awardwinning bestseller in the united states, this is the first of connie willis brilliant oxford. The doomsday book alaska digital library overdrive. Five years in the writing, doomsday book is a storytelling triumph. The doomsday book county of simcoe library cooperative. Doomsday book by connie willis and a great selection of related books.
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