The Leopard
Guiseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa
This novel depicts a Sicilian aristocracy facing democratic change and nationalism. The main character, a larger-than-life prince, embodies the story's dimensions with his intellect and sensuality. Widely considered the best historical fiction of the 20th century, this book is a must-read for lovers of literature that captures a sense of time and place.
Publish Date
1991-07-23T00:00:00.000Z
1991-07-23T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1958
Goodreads Rating
4.01
ISBN
9780679407577
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2019-03-25T12:57:08.000Z
Accepted #7daybookchallenge thanks to @Rob_Malley. Post a cover of a book you loved, every day for 1 week. No explanations. Here is my Day 7 and I pass the torch today to pursue the challenge to @byranadasgupta – source