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Baudolino is a historical novel by Umberto Eco, published in 2000. The story follows Baudolino, a young Italian peasant from Alessandria, who is adopted by Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa. Through his adventures, Baudolino becomes entangled in the events of the Fourth Crusade and embarks on a quest to find the legendary kingdom of Prester John. The novel blends historical events with fantasy, exploring themes of storytelling, belief, and the nature of truth.