Thornton Wilder: The Bridge of San Luis Rey and Other Novels 1926-1948 (Loa #194): The Cabala / The Bridge of San Luis Rey / The Woman of Andros / Hea

Wilder's early novels showcase his wit and philosophical depth, blending innovative forms with rich narratives. In The Cabala, he captures youthful enchantment in Rome through the lens of an American student's fictional memoir, mingling with a mysterious group of nobles. His acclaimed work, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, explores profound themes of love and destiny through a friar's investigation into five lives lost in a bridge collapse in 18th-century Peru. This elegantly crafted tale delves into the nature of divine intention and the justification of human suffering.