Book :: The Name of the Rose
| By: | Umberto Eco |
| Pages: | 536 |
| Published: | 1980 |
| Genre(s): | Historical Fiction |
| Mystery | |
| Italy | |
| Rating: | (12) |
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In 1327, Franciscans in a wealthy Italian abbey are suspected of heresy, and Brother William of Bakersville arrives to investigate. His delicate mission is overshadowed by seven bizarre deaths that take place in the same number of days, and Brother William must turn detective to sort things out.
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Arctvrus
Great story, Eco really knows how to write an historical book and an entretaining novel
Oct 7th, 2013
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14th on 100 Books of the Century by Le Monde
