August 1193. The Universal Language of Music.

The moon brightens the pilgrims’ path through the windy, spooky forest. They’re tired and want to stop and rest. Baudolino doesn’t want to, they have to get to a clearing first. The moon light doesn’t help much as sometimes it gets covered by thick clouds. They walk now in total darkness. Gradually, the wind subsides Read More …

Every Thing Has a Soul in Buxa Sanctuary

Along their route, the pilgrims learn that Chaos governs the many Greek deities, the Muslim’s God Allah has 99 names, the Zoroastrians believe in one God, an Evil (who shows his ugly head once in a while) and three principles of a worthy life. Across the Himalayan range, they get a lesson in Buddhism: enlightenment comes Read More …