Call Me By Your Name

Name: Call Me By Your Name
Brand: Atlantic Books
SKU: 9781786495259
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By Andre Aciman

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( 527,285 ratings, 48,630 reviews)

Summary

It's a deeply emotional story of a summer romance between Elio, a precocious teenager, and Oliver, a charming visiting scholar, set in the picturesque Italian Riviera. Their relationship evolves from initial desire to a passionate connection, exploring themes of love, longing, and self-discovery.
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You might like this book if you enjoy beautifully written, emotionally intense stories that explore themes of desire, love, and identity. Set in a picturesque Italian summer, its evocative prose and deeply felt characters make it a captivating read.

Call Me By Your Name

The film tie-in edition to the already highly acclaimed Luca Guadagnino-directed film of one of the great love stories of our time.

Description

Call Me By Your Name is a beautifully crafted tale that sweeps readers into the intoxicating whirlwind of a sudden, intense romance between seventeen-year-old Elio Perlman and his family's summer guest, Oliver. Set against the opulent backdrop of the Italian Riviera, this evocative novel captures the languid, sultry days of summer where intellectual pursuits, the exploration of identity, and the fervent energy of youth converge.

Elio is an introspective, musically inclined teenager who spends his days transcribing classical music and reading. His tranquil, yet somewhat monotonous existence is disrupted when Oliver, a confident and alluring American doctoral student, arrives as a summer intern for Elio's father, an eminent professor. Initially, Elio is unsettled by Oliver's nonchalant demeanor and magnetic aura. However, a potent undercurrent of attraction kindles between the two, leading to a dance of unspoken desires and mixed signals.

Despite their initial ambivalence, a profound bond begins to form, evolving from intellectual camaraderie to an irresistible romantic and physical connection. The passionate relationship that ensues is marked by the raw and unfiltered exploration of mutual obsession, yearning, and vulnerability. Together, they navigate the exhilarating highs and the agonizing lows that come with opening one’s heart completely to another person.

The romance of Elio and Oliver is ephemeral, spanning just six weeks, but its impact is everlasting. Through their entanglement, they experience an unparalleled level of intimacy that transcends mere physical connection, touching the very essence of their souls. André Aciman masterfully portrays this transformative journey with lyrical prose and a profound sensitivity to the nuances of human emotion.

As the summer draws to a close, the lovers face the inevitable agony of separation. Elio and Oliver's experiences become a touchstone for the rest of their lives, as they grapple with the bittersweet memory of a love that was as fleeting as it was profound. The novel immerses readers in the vibrant landscapes of Italy and the deep, tumultuous waters of first love, leaving an indelible mark on their hearts.

Call Me By Your Name is not just a love story; it is a timeless meditation on the ways in which love and desire shape our identities and the lasting impact they have on our lives. This literary masterpiece is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever grappled with the complexities of passion, longing, and the human condition.

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Reviewers praise it as a beautiful, wise, and miraculous book, with the New York Times highlighting its extraordinary nature as both a story of paradise found and lost. Nicole Krauss commends its bravery and humanity, while Tatler finds it evocative and poetic. Armie Hammer and Vogue emphasize its powerful and deeply moving portrayal of love.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786495259

Publisher: Atlantic Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 September 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Atlantic Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 229g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Andre Aciman was born in Alexandria, Egypt and is an American memoirist, essayist, novelist, and scholar of seventeenth-century literature. He has also written many essays and reviews on Marcel Proust. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Review of Books, The New York Times, The New Republic, Conde Nast Traveler, The Paris Review, Granta as well as in many volumes of The Best American Essays. His first novel, Call Me By Your Name, was published in 2008 and Eight White Nights was published in 2011. He teaches comparative literature at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. He lives with his family in Manhattan.