The Shadow of the Wind. Illustrated Edition

Twenty-five years after its debut in Spain and twenty years following its publication in Bulgaria, The Shadow of the Wind returns in a special anniversary edition that transforms the encounter with this unforgettable story into an even more captivating experience. Interactive elements and illustrations by Pedro Oyarbide reveal new dimensions of the magical world created by Carlos Ruiz Zafón—a world where every book conceals a secret, every street preserves a memory, and every destiny is intertwined with another.

Barcelona, 1945. A young boy. A forgotten book. A mystery capable of changing everything.

Thus begins Daniel Sempere’s perilous journey through a labyrinth of passion, love, betrayal, and crime, where truth hides behind locked doors and the shadows of the past permit no one to escape their fate. Barcelona—dark, beautiful, and enigmatic—is not merely a magical backdrop: it is the very soul of the book.

The Shadow of the Wind is more than a novel—it is a spellbinding literary mystery, a breathtaking adventure, and a passionate love letter to books. A story of memory and loss, of the power of words, and of those revelations that alter lives forever.

With this masterpiece, Carlos Ruiz Zafón launched the world-renowned Cemetery of Forgotten Books series, which has captivated millions of readers and established itself as a modern literary classic.

Discover a new key to Zafón's wondrous world: here, books choose their readers—and remain with them forever.