I bought this book because I like Medieval History and I wanted some more ideas of what feelings were like at the turn of the last Milennium. There are several good books out there on the subject. Though I would still put this book on the list I would put it at the bottom. I was looking for history and got 90% surrealism. If that's what you're looking for then fine. If you're looking for a good history or historical fiction then look elsewhere.