Umberto Eco - Il nome della rosa - 1980

First edition of Il nome della rosa, the celebrated novel by Umberto Eco, published by Bompiani in September 1980.

A masterpiece of contemporary fiction, the novel blends historical mystery, medieval philosophy, semiotics, and reflection on the power of knowledge. Set in a 14th‑century Benedictine abbey, it is regarded as one of the most influential Italian books of the twentieth century.

The offered copy is complete with the original illustrated dust jacket, a key collectible element. Inside, the abbey plan is present, as in the original edition.

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Bibliographic details
• Author: Umberto Eco
• Title: Il nome della rosa
• Publisher: Bompiani
• Place: Milan
• Year: 1980
• Edition: First edition
• Language: Italian
• Binding: Hardcover with original dust jacket
• Printing: Finished printing in September 1980
• SIAE mark: Present

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Condition

Good / very good condition, considering the volume’s age:
• Dust jacket present, with normal signs of wear
• Solid hardcover
• Clean, complete interiors
• Paper with slight natural yellowing
• No missing parts detected

The book is overall well preserved and suitable for a collection.

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Collector’s note

The 1980 first edition with dust jacket represents one of the most sought-after Italian editions of the work.
The presence of the original dust jacket and the abbey plan significantly increases interest for collectors and investors in the modern book.