“And this? Aldhelm of Malmesbury. Listen to this page: 'Primitus pantorum procerum poematorum pio potissimum paternoque presertim privilegio panegiricum poemataque passim prosatori sub polo promulgatas.' ... The words all begin with the same letter!" "The men of my islands are all a bit mad," William said proudly.”
This novel delves into the life of a young monk who becomes entangled in the political intrigue of the Catholic Church during the 13th century. It examines the conflict between the purity of faith and the corrupting influence of power, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail and moral complexity. more
Italian essayist, scholar, and critic. Umberto Eco is renowned for his unique literary style and profound academic background. His works integrate history, philosophy, literature, and semiotics, with his most famous novel being 'The Name of the Rose'. more
“My eyes must spend at least fifty per cent of any given day rolled to the back of my head.”
“Catherine said, "There's something I don't get." Ho waited. "You're telling us you've got friends?”
“He's so fucking crooked he sleeps on a spiral staircase!”
“It is the first day of spring. The council have chopped all the elms down in Elm Tree Avenue”