The Secret of Santa Vittoria

A Novel

De: Robert Crichton

Narrado por: Christopher Hurt

Santa Vittoria is a fictional town, still remote from the rest of war-torn Italy, where the citizens, led by their wine-loving mayor Bombolini, scheme and plot to prevent the Germans from locating and looting the town's only treasure - its fabulous wine cellars.

A best seller and the inspiration for the famous film starring Anthony Quinn, this warm, rich novel has already drawn thousands upon thousands into the exuberant and perilous life of Santa Vittoria and its affirmation of the fundamental dignity of man.

©1966 Robert Crichton (P)1996 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Will lift you up and fill your soul with delight." (Cleveland Plain Dealer)
"This is comedy in the classical manner, with echoes all the way back to Don Quixote." (AudioFile)

Rivetingly Entertaining

I saw the movie as a kid an enjoyed it, but never read the book. The book is great. It was obviously far more detailed than the film and had many different twists and outcomes. The characters were compelling, interesting and believable. The narration was phenomenal and easy to listen to. I also learned a lot about Italy and the Italian mindset. Highly recommended!

Watch the movie instead

This is the rare occasion when the movie is much better than the book. Save yourself eleven hours and seek out the film.

Masterpiece!!! Five Star all the way!

Absolutely loved every word of this story!!! In the same league with The Book Thief. It is a lighter hearted story of an Italian village being occupied toward end of WW2. Very heartwarming, funny, deep - with very little violence. Awesome characters. Fantastic narrator. Superb writing. A diamond. Highest recommendation!!!

The Italians are just cool.

Romance, history, passion, culture, hope loss and of course victory. It's all here. just a good story. l even learned a few things.

Read it!

Such a great read on all the levels! It’s a very clever story, told in such a very clever way.