An ancient book about Roman emperors has become a modern bestseller, captivating readers with its timeless stories of power ...

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Eliot Stein’s quietly powerful new book celebrates the kind of singular, site-specific expertise that’s endangered by globalization and technology. “Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs ...

The game is won by completing puzzles with clues hidden in exhibits, such as oracle bones, bamboo and wooden slips, stone inscriptions and rare ancient books.