Name Of The Rose By Umberto Eco

Umberto Eco

(4.6 stars; 21 reviews)

Umberto Eco's enigmatic murder mystery unfolds over seven fateful days in the life of a medieval abbey in Italy. As monks from all over Europe gather to resolve the power struggle between the Pope and the Holy Roman Emperor, a young monk is found dead. The Abbot fears either murder or witchcraft and asks William of Baskerville to investigate.

Three monks have died, and William of Baskerville has so far failed to find the killer. The feared papal inquisitor, Bernard Gui, takes over the investigation and declares that the abbey has been infected by witchcraft. This gripping tale is dramatised by Chris Dolan, with other parts played by members of the cast, and produced and directed by Bruce Young.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.