Alfred Lenarciak Livres

The narrative follows a young man's arduous journey from Communist Poland to freedom, highlighting his meticulous planning and the risks involved in crossing the Iron Curtain. After enduring a perilous escape to Paris, he confronts the harsh reality of not being embraced by the free world. His struggle intensifies as he evades the French police and faces the threat of deportation back to Poland. Ultimately, his perseverance leads him to find true freedom in North America after nearly a year of hardship.

The discovery of Gregorio Ferri's memoirs during the renovation of the Ferri family Palazzo reveals a historical quest led by Jean Durand, commissioned by Napoleon III. The memoirs recount Durand's mission to locate Tommaso Campanella's Eagle Prophecy, a significant text from 1598 housed in the Dominican Convent of Santa Caterina. This intertwining of personal history and grand political intrigue offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the enduring impact of Campanella's work and the legacy of the Ferri family.

The narrative centers around the dramatic rise and fall of Bre-X Minerals, which falsely claimed to have discovered a massive gold deposit in Borneo, leading to a stock surge and intense competition among mining giants. The story unfolds with the Indonesian government seizing control of the supposed treasure, only for it to be revealed as a massive fraud. The mysterious death of project manager Michael de Guzman adds intrigue, culminating in a chance encounter years later that raises questions about his fate and the truth behind the scandal.

Set against the backdrop of the Solidarity movement's pivotal role in dismantling Communist rule, this narrative explores the rise and fall of Monsignor Henryk Jankowski, who initially garnered global support for freedom. Despite his influence and the charitable foundations he established, much of the funding was misappropriated for personal gain, leading to his eventual downfall. The story intricately weaves themes of greed, betrayal, and the dark side of wealth, culminating in Jankowski's tragic demise in poverty and isolation.

Le Profezie di Tommaso Campanella racconta la scoperta di una profezia nel sotterraneo di un palazzo, attirando fanatici integralisti. Alfred, il protagonista, si oppone a loro con la sua etica. Il romanzo, con uno stile incisivo, esplora la cultura calabrese e il mistero di Campanella, intrecciando storia e misticismo.