Kadare, Ismail
The Siege (Canons)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786893949
- author:
- Kadare, Ismail
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Canongate Canons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Siege by Ismail Kadare In 15th-century Albania, the Ottoman Empire's relentless expansion has left the people with no choice but to take refuge in a fortress in the mountains. As the army arrives to lay siege to the Christian citadel, the fate of the Albanian people hangs in the balance. The story unfolds against the backdrop of war and resistance, as the defenders of the fortress fight to preserve their way of life. With its gripping narrative and historical context, The Siege is a powerful exploration of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. This gripping tale of war and resistance is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit.
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