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I know it's a classic and a must read and I know many of you are more intellectual readers and will enjoy. I enjoyed the historical setting, but struggled with the old english language. I'm willing to give another try. Any ideas on how I could get past the language? Should I get Cliff Notes?

Alyssa Downs I listened to an audiobook that was published by Duke. The woman who read it did a really good job of reading in a way that really enhanced the book a…moreI listened to an audiobook that was published by Duke. The woman who read it did a really good job of reading in a way that really enhanced the book and provided clarity to its meaning. I think this was a much easier way for me to go through the book than just reading it.(less)

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