The Gentleman From Peru
A dazzling summer story from the bestselling author of Call Me By Your Name
(Author) Andre AcimanWe spend more time than we know trying to go back. We call it fantasising, we call it dreaming. . . but we're all crawling back, each in his or her own way. A group of college friends find themselves marooned at a luxurious hotel on the Amalfi Coast in Italy. While their boat is being repaired, they can't help but observe the daily routine of a fellow hotel guest - a mysterious, white-bearded stranger who sits on the veranda each night and smokes one cigarette, sometimes two. When the group decides to invite the elegant traveller to lunch with them, they cannot begin to imagine the miraculous abilities, strange wisdom, and a life-changing story he is about to impart to one of the friends in particular. . . Deeply atmospheric and sensual, The Gentleman From Peru weaves achingly poignant insight into a story of regret, fate and epic love.
Andre Aciman
Andre Aciman is an Egyptian-born American writer known for his introspective and lyrical writing style. His most notable work is the novel "Call Me By Your Name," which was adapted into an award-winning film in 2017. Aciman often explores themes of love, desire, and memory in his works, drawing on his own experiences as a gay man. His writing is characterized by its emotional depth and rich language, making him a prominent voice in LGBTQ+ literature. Aciman's contributions to literature have helped to elevate the genre of queer fiction and have garnered critical acclaim worldwide.
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