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1. How did the narrator originally lose his copy of the book?

The narrator originally lost his copy of the book when his traveling companion took it from him.

2. Who originally translated the book?

The book was originally translated by Abbé Vallet.

3. Where did the narrator find confirmation of the book’s veracity?

The narrator found confirmation of the book’s veracity in Buenos Aires.

4. When does Adso write his manuscript?

Adso writes his manuscript at the end of the 14th Century, when he is old.

5. Who is the Pope at the time of the events in the novel?

At the time the novel takes place, John XXII was the pope.

6. Who is the Emperor at the time of the events in the novel?

At the time the novel takes place, Louis is the Emperor.

7. Where did Adso meet William?

Adso and William met in Italy.

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