Captain Corelli's Mandolin (NHB Modern Plays)
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Cephalonia, 1941. Captain Corelli, an enigmatic young Italian officer, is posted to the idyllic Greek island as part of the occupying forces. Shunned by the locals at first, he proves to be civilised, humorous - and a consummate musician. The Captain is soon thrown together with Dr Iannis' strong willed and beautiful daughter Pelagia, who discovers all of the complexities of love, and how it can blossom in the most unexpected and profound way.
Rona Munro's adaptation of Louis de Bernières' bestselling novel Captain Corelli's Mandolin was published alongside its West End transfer in 2019.
Louis de Bernières
Louis de Bernières is a British novelist, poet, and playwright best known for his international bestseller Captain Corelli's Mandolin, which won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best Novel in 1995 and was later adapted into a major film. Born in London in 1954, de Bernières has published numerous novels, short stories, and poetry collections, often blending historical settings with richly drawn characters and philosophical depth. His work reflects a deep love of language, music, and travel.
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