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Vienna: Salon Sonatas and Klimt Up Close
Immerse yourself in Vienna’s rich artistic culture of past and present—from the historic coffee houses that have hosted creative salons for centuries to world-renowned musical venues.
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Definitely don't judge this book by its cover.

For Sale: A Poisoner’s Lab Secreted in a Beautiful Book

Another reminder that covers can't be trusted.
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Lists Featuring Vienna

A Linguistics Lover's Tour of the World
Original letter of Abraham, the son of Maimonides found in the Cairo genizah.
A sculpture of the Tower of Babel, by Alan Baughman, from the Introductory Room of the Museum of the Alphabet
Boontling word of the week in the tap room of the Anderson Valley Brewing Company.

A Linguistics Lover’s Tour of the World

12 places to marvel at the history of human language.

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Including The Cairo Genizah , The Museum of the Alphabet , and Boontling Language of Boonville

15 Unlikely Places to Re-Up Your Luck
Bolivia's Witch Market
The Statue of St. Anthony's Pig
The Guardhouse Monkey

15 Unlikely Places to Re-Up Your Luck

Luck be a… llama fetus?

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Including Bolivia’s Witch Market, Dubrovnik Maskeron, and Statue of St. Anthony’s Pig