Postscript To The Name Of The Rose
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A landmark work of literary criticism and authorial reflection, Postscript to The Name of the Rose presents Umberto Eco's own account of how he conceived and constructed his celebrated medieval mystery novel. Written with characteristic wit and intellectual rigour, Eco uncovers the philosophical and semiotic underpinnings of his narrative, detailing the choices behind character, setting, and symbol. He argues that postmodern fiction can engage seriously with history and ideas without sacrificing pleasure or accessibility, illustrating how The Name of the Rose was built upon layers of intertextual reference, medieval scholarship, and labyrinthine logic. This compact yet richly rewarding essay is an indispensable companion to one of the twentieth century's most beloved novels, illuminating the craft of a master storyteller while standing brilliantly on its own as a meditation on the nature of writing itself.
Author: Umberto Eco
Format: Hardback
Published: 1984, Harcourt Brace Jovanovich
Genre: Literary theory
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Very good, minimal wear with slight fading to edges. Page Condition: Good. Markings: Remainder mark. Binding: Tight and secure.
A landmark work of literary criticism and authorial reflection, Postscript to The Name of the Rose presents Umberto Eco's own account of how he conceived and constructed his celebrated medieval mystery novel. Written with characteristic wit and intellectual rigour, Eco uncovers the philosophical and semiotic underpinnings of his narrative, detailing the choices behind character, setting, and symbol. He argues that postmodern fiction can engage seriously with history and ideas without sacrificing pleasure or accessibility, illustrating how The Name of the Rose was built upon layers of intertextual reference, medieval scholarship, and labyrinthine logic. This compact yet richly rewarding essay is an indispensable companion to one of the twentieth century's most beloved novels, illuminating the craft of a master storyteller while standing brilliantly on its own as a meditation on the nature of writing itself.