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The Name of the Rose
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Ideal for readers fascinated by historical crime thrillers, complex narratives, and those interested in medieval history and religious themes.
The Name of the Rose
Set in Italy in the Middle Ages, this is not only a narrative of a murder investigation in a monastery in 1327, but also a chronicle of the 14th century religious wars, a history of monastic orders, and a compendium of heretical movements.
One of 15 limited edition Vintage Future Classics published to celebrate Vintage's 15th birthday. The 15 titles were voted for by reading groups all over the UK as being books that would still be read in 100 years time.
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One of 15 limited edition Vintage Future Classics published to celebrate Vintage's 15th birthday. The 15 titles were voted for by reading groups all over the UK as being books that would still be read in 100 years' time.
Set in Italy in the Middle Ages, The Name of the Rose is not only a narrative of a murder investigation in a monastery in 1327, but also a chronicle of the 14th-century religious wars, a history of monastic orders, and a compendium of heretical movements.
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New York Times Book Review calls it 'a literary event,' while Il Giorno praises it as 'a novel of stunning intelligence, linguistic richness, thematic complexity.' L'Express likens it to Voltaire's philosophical tales, highlighting its vibrant plea for freedom, moderation, and wisdom.
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ISBN: 9780099541486
Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 April 2010
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Vintage Classics
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 363g
Pages: 528
About the Author
Umberto Eco (1932-2016) wrote fiction, literary criticism and philosophy. His first novel, The Name of the Rose, was a major international bestseller. His other works include Foucault's Pendulum, The Island of the Day Before, Baudolino, The Mysterious Flame of Queen Loana, The Prague Cemetery and Numero Zero along with many brilliant collections of essays.
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