A bell for Adano / John Hersey.
Material type: TextPublication details: New York : Vintage Books, 1988, c1971.Description: vii, 269 p. ; 20 cmISBN:- 0394756959 (pbk.) :
- 9780394756950 (pbk.)
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book | Main Library | Fiction | Hersey Joh | Available | 33111006477182 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
This classic novel and winner of the Pulitzer Prize tells the story of an Italian-American major in World War II who wins 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.
An Italian-American major, part of American occupation forces in Sicily during World War II, tries to reform the town in his charge by being decent to people. His efforts are epitomized by his efforts to replace the 700-year-old bell melted down for bullets by the fascists.