"A man exhausted in the waves of the ocean; the merciful waters carry him to a ship found deserted. Deserted, as if the crew had recently left it." This mysterious story happened to Robert: not long ago he lived a wonderful life in Paris, writing poetry and enjoying success with ladies. And today he is the sole inhabitant of the abandoned ship. Or not the only one? Robert is visited by numerous reflections and vivid visions. And in the end, a unique secret is revealed! Umberto Eco is known for his profound erudition; he poses one riddle after another, forcing readers to search for answers not only between the lines but also in the annals of their own memory. Eco's very first novel—"The Name of the Rose"—brought him worldwide fame. All subsequent ones—"Foucault's Pendulum," "The Prague Cemetery," and others—only confirmed his talent.