Captain Corelli's Mandolin

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Love story set against the brutality of war.

Highly recommended for readers who seek a heart-wrenching tale of survival, love, and loss amidst the chaos of war. The book delicately balances humor and tragedy, delivering an emotional rollercoaster ride. The well-crafted characters, picturesque setting, and beautiful music references will leave readers feeling a deep connection to the story.

  • Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best Book Overall (1995)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin

Regular price $11.90
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per
Compare to estimated retail price: S$19.17  
ISBN: 9780749397548
Publisher: Vintage
Date of Publication: 2020-07-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Romance, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Classics, War, World War II
Goodreads rating: 4.01
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Description

It is 1941 and Captain Antonio Corelli, a young Italian officer, is posted to the Greek island of Cephallonia as part of the occupying forces. At first he is ostracised by the locals, but as a conscientious but far from fanatical soldier, whose main aim is to have a peaceful war, he proves in time to be civilised, humorous - and a consummate musician. When the local doctor's daughter's letters to her fiancé - a member of the underground - go unanswered, the working of the eternal triangle seems inevitable. But can this fragile love survive as a war of bestial savagery gets closer and the lines are drawn between invader and defender?
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Love story set against the brutality of war.

Highly recommended for readers who seek a heart-wrenching tale of survival, love, and loss amidst the chaos of war. The book delicately balances humor and tragedy, delivering an emotional rollercoaster ride. The well-crafted characters, picturesque setting, and beautiful music references will leave readers feeling a deep connection to the story.

  • Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best Book Overall (1995)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.