The Bridge of San Luis Rey

A tragic accident on the finest bridge in Peru leads to the deaths of five travelers, triggering a monk's quest to prove that the tragedy was divinely orchestrated. The Bridge of San Luis Rey by Thornton Wilder delves into the nature of love and the human condition, with a belief in the miracles of love at its core. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, this novel is a must-read for lovers of American fiction. The edition also includes a foreword by author Russell Banks and previously unpublished notes about the novel and author.