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How important is it to have read prior Culture novels to be able to fully understand what's going on if I start with this one? Thanks

Thaddeus Rex Not at all important. This is the first Culture Book I read, and was completely enchanted. Perhaps I missed a few references more experienced Culture …moreNot at all important. This is the first Culture Book I read, and was completely enchanted. Perhaps I missed a few references more experienced Culture aficionados noticed, but I perceived no lack of perfection. The book is incredible and stood by itself quite nicely.(less)

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Is the first medieval siege battle, Vatueil is involved with, similar to any historical siege? In particular, I was wondering if there was a historical case of a castle having a raised mounted trebuchet that was able to outrange besiegers trebuchets?

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