Captain Corelli's Mandolin: AS SEEN ON BBC BETWEEN THE COVERS [Paperback] de Bernieres, Louis

Set on the Greek island of Cephalonia during WWII, Louis de Bernières' masterpiece weaves together love, music, and the absurdities of war. When Italian Captain Corelli arrives to occupy a local doctor's home, bringing his beloved mandolin along, an impossible romance blooms with the doctor's daughter, Pelagia. This is one of those sweeping historical novels that reminds you why people fall in love with reading—richly detailed, heartbreaking, and shot through with dark humour. Perfect for readers who adore epic love stories set against the backdrop of history, or anyone who appreciates beautiful prose and unforgettable characters.