Day Of The Owl by Leonardo Sciascia
This novel delves into the murky world of Sicilian society, where the Mafia's influence permeates every level. When a businessman is murdered, the investigation is met with a wall of silence, indicative of the fear and complicity that hampers the pursuit of justice. The protagonist, a determined police captain, faces numerous obstacles as he attempts to unravel the complex web of connections that shield the true culprits. His quest exposes the deep-rooted corruption and the challenges of confronting an entrenched criminal organization that operates within a code of silence and intimidation.
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- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 120-160
- Original Language
- Italian
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- Alternate Titles
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- Il Giorno Della Civetta
- The Day of the Owl
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