The Island of the Day Before
by Umberto Eco
The Island of the Day Before by Umberto Eco holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.43 out of 5, based on 9.7K reader ratings. First published in 1994. The book spans 528 pages.
About The Island of the Day Before
After a violent storm in the South Pacific in the year 1643, Roberto della Griva finds himself shipwrecked-on a ship. Swept from the Amaryllis, he has managed to pull himself aboard the Daphne, anchored in the bay of a beautiful island. The ship is fully provisioned, he discovers, but the crew is missing. As Roberto explores the different cabinets in the hold, he remembers chapters from his youth: Ferrante, his imaginary evil brother; the siege of Casale, that meaningless chess move in the Thirty Years' War in which he lost his father and his illusions; and the lessons given him on Reasons of State, fencing, the writing of love letters, and blasphemy.In this fascinating, lyrical tale, Umberto Eco tells of a young dreamer searching for love and meaning; and of a most amazing old Jesuit who, with his clocks and maps, has plumbed the secrets of longitudes, the four moons of Jupiter, and the Flood.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Umberto Eco |
| Published | 1994 |
| Pages | 528 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Philosophy, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.43 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,723 |
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What genre is The Island of the Day Before?
The Island of the Day Before is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Philosophy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Island of the Day Before worth reading?
Based on 9.7K reader ratings, The Island of the Day Before has an average score of 3.43 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews."
How many pages is The Island of the Day Before?
The Island of the Day Before has 528 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Island of the Day Before?
The Island of the Day Before was written by Umberto Eco. It was first published in 1994.
What is the ISBN for The Island of the Day Before?
The ISBN-13 for The Island of the Day Before is 9780156030370.0.
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