BAUDOLINO - Umberto Eco

audolino follows the adventures of the titular character, Baudolino, a young and resourceful Italian who lives in the 12th century. The story begins with Baudolino's life in the city of Alexandria and his eventual involvement in the events of the Fourth Crusade.

Baudolino is an enigmatic and charismatic character who has a penchant for storytelling and embellishing the truth. His journey takes him through various historical and mythical landscapes, including a quest for the legendary Kingdom of Prester John, which was believed to be a Christian kingdom hidden somewhere in Asia.

The novel is presented as Baudolino's own account of his adventures, mixing real historical events with fantastical elements and invented stories. It explores themes of truth and fiction, the power of storytelling, and the intersection of history and myth.