Eco is perhaps best known for his 1980 mystery novel The Name of the Rose, which is set in a monastery in the 14th century. It was an unexpected international bestseller, launching his career as an author.
Renowned Italian author Umberto Eco dies at age 84 – New York Daily News
Umberto Eco, author of 'The Name of the Rose,' dies
Italian author Umberto Eco dies at 84
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Umberto Eco, 'The Name of the Rose' Author, Dies at 84
Umberto Eco, author of 'The Name of the Rose,' dead at 84
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