A Bell for Adano

John Hersey

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Vintage U S
12 March 1988

Fiction & Literature; Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

This classic novel and winner of the Pulitzer Prize tells the storyof an Italian-American major in World War IIwhowins the love and admiration of the local townspeople when he searches for a replacement for the 700-year-old town bell that had been melted down for bullets by the fascists. Although stituated during one of the most devastating experiences in human history, John Hersey's story speaks with unflinching patriotism and humanity.

By: John Hersey
Imprint: Vintage U S
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 202mm, Width: 131mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 221g
ISBN: 9780394756950
ISBN 10: 0394756959
Pages: 269
Publication Date: 12 March 1988
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for A Bell for Adano

"""A well-written, funny, and, at times, serious and deeply disturbing story . . . dogmatically recommended."" —The New Yorker ""The picturs of the place and the people are masterly, rich in humor and humanity and utter conviction."" —Christian Science Monitor"