by Louis De Bernieres (Author)
When the economy of his small South American country collapses, President Veracruz joins his improbable populace of ex-soldiers, former guerillas, unfrocked priests and reformed - though by no means inactive - whores, in a bizarre search for sexual fulfilment. But for Cardinal Guzman, a man tormented by his own private demons, their stupendous, hedonistic fiestas represent the epicentre of all heresies. Heresies that must be challenged with a horrifying new inquisition destined to climax in a spectacular confrontation. . .
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 400
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Secker
Published: 24 Aug 1992
ISBN 10: 0436201143
ISBN 13: 9780436201141
Book Overview: Louis de Bernieres' third novel