A Grande Cruzada

The mix of historical and fantastical themes felt so seamless — I wonder if he envisioned this genre mashup from the start or it evolved during writing.

The tone shifts between adventurous heroism and comedy kept me on my toes. I'm curious if others felt the humor enhanced or detracted from the story's impact.

The humor and satire make the conflicts feel both absurd and insightful. Do you think Anderson was making a broader statement about intercultural encounters?