翁贝托·埃科 著；刘月樵 译

About the Author

Umberto Eco, the renowned Italian semiotician, philosopher, and novelist, was born in 1932 in Alessandria and became one of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century. A polymath whose works spanned literary criticism, medieval studies, and postmodern fiction, Eco's fascination with signs, symbols, and the labyrinths of knowledge permeated his writing. He earned a doctorate in aesthetics and taught at the University of Bologna, where he founded the Department of Semiotics. Eco's novels masterfully blend erudition with intrigue, exploring themes of interpretation, history, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction. His debut novel, The Name of the Rose, catapulted him to international fame, followed by other acclaimed works that continue to captivate readers worldwide. Eco passed away in 2016, leaving a legacy of intellectual provocation and narrative brilliance.