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Summary

The Name of the Rose is the debut novel by Italian writer Umberto Eco, published in 1980. The story unfolds in a medieval Italian monastery in 1327 and combines elements of detective, historical, and philosophical novels. The main characters are the monk William of Baskerville and his young assistant Adso, who arrive at the monastery to participate in a theological debate. However, their attention shifts to a series of mysterious murders occurring within the monastery. In their quest for truth, William and Adso delve into the labyrinth of the monastery's library, which plays a key role in unraveling the mystery. The book is rich with extensive historical and theological digressions, as well as reflections on the nature of knowledge, the power of words, and the limits of interpretation.