Why The Name of the Rose Still Matters: Exploring Eco’s Masterpiece Through a Modern Lens
Published in 1980, The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco is more than a historical mystery—it’s a layered interrogation of knowledge, power and faith. Set in a 14th-century Italian monastery, the novel weaves a detective plot with medieval theology, semiotics and literary theory, inviting readers to engage with ideas as well as story. The…
