A review by jbbooks
The Leopard by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa

informative reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Exquisite writing and reflective evocation of the momentous political and historic changes of Italy’s Risorgimento, as the various competing kingdoms became a united country - and yet all documented from the point of view of an ageing Sicilian nobleman as he approaches death. Very moving, the author captures depth of thought in beautifully crafted prose, and creates a main character to be admired, honoured and respected.