EN
Novel

The Shadow of the Wind

sp. La Sombra del Viento · 2001
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Interesting Facts

  • The book begins with the main character, Daniel Sempere, discovering "The Shadow of the Wind" in the mysterious Cemetery of Forgotten Books.
  • The Cemetery of Forgotten Books is a secret library where books that are no longer remembered are kept.
  • Daniel becomes obsessed with learning more about the mysterious author of the book, Julian Carax.
  • The book weaves together several storylines spanning multiple decades.
  • Barcelona is described with great affection and attention to detail, making the city one of the main characters of the story.
  • Many characters in the book have their own tragic stories, which are gradually revealed as the plot unfolds.
  • The book explores themes of love, friendship, betrayal, and revenge.
  • One of the key characters is Fermín Romero de Torres, who becomes a loyal friend and assistant to Daniel.
  • The plot is full of unexpected twists and mysteries that keep the reader in suspense until the very end.
The Shadow of the Wind
Date of publication: 23 August 2024
Last updated: 24 August 2024
———Original titlesp. La Sombra del Viento · 2001
Genre: Novel