--- product_id: 76391396 title: "The Bridge Over the Drina" brand: "ivo andric" price: "£13.96" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76391396-the-bridge-over-the-drina store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # The Bridge Over the Drina **Brand:** ivo andric **Price:** £13.96 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Bridge Over the Drina by ivo andric - **How much does it cost?** £13.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76391396-the-bridge-over-the-drina) ## Best For - ivo andric enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ivo andric brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Bridge Over the Drina ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #798,161 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #7,082 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (99) | | Dimensions | 5.39 x 0.98 x 8.5 inches | | Edition | Revised ed. | | ISBN-10 | 1860460585 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1860460586 | | Item Weight | 11.2 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 320 pages | | Publication date | January 1, 1994 | | Publisher | The Harvill Press | ## Images ![The Bridge Over the Drina - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51p5h3T72JL.jpg) ![The Bridge Over the Drina - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51vKNKpT5RL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A captivating and profound masterpiece *by N***Y on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 January 2019* This unaccountably neglected masterpiece captures the essence of Bosnian history since the 16th century in an enthralling and deeply humane way. Andric himself was at the heart of his country’s tragic history: he knew Gavrilo Princip and was Yugoslavia’s ambassador in Berlin when the Germans invaded in 1941. The Nobel prize citation is an excellent summary of the book’s greatness. It is worth adding that although Andric traces the impact of the bridge on Visegrad’s inhabitants over the course of three and a half centuries, his narrative never flags, and some chapters rank with the very best of world literature. In particular, the chapter on his own generation, the idealistic young people of the first decade of the last century, is very moving, reminiscent of the final chapter in Mann’s The Magic Mountain and the poets of the Great War. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing book, not sure about the translation *by N***R on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 May 2011* I loved this book written by the Nobel Prize winner Ivo Andri'. It is amazing how often we come into contact with historic monuments without giving a second thought as to the history behind it. Apart from being a fascinating histroy lesson and an extraordinary collection of stories for me this book was also a study in human nature. The building of a bridge which was of unquestionable benefit to everyone was however sabotaged by some who were prepared to sacrifice their lives rather than let it be completed for no other logical reason than they didn't like change. I would have to say though there is one chapter in the book that is definitely not for the squeamish.My only reservation is I found a lot of grammatical mistakes and the English a little hard to follow at times and I don't know whether it was down to the translation or the style of writing. My wife (who is Croatian and had read the original) felt the same and pointed out where she thought some of the confusion may have arisen. Non of this detracted from my enjoyment of this book and I would recommend it to anyone. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A little known classic *by W***S on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 November 2013* This is a Nobel prize winning masterpiece - but unfortunately little known by many. Having a random interest in the Balkans I bought this book - in honesty a little sceptical that it would be too heavy - and it has jumped straight into my favourites list.This is essentially an epic story set around the bridge, which remains constant as centuries pass. It looks at a number of key historical events and how they affected this one town. But it also has some great light-hearted moments and awe-inspiring philosophical quotes.I am not a particularly well-read person, but the book I would most liken this to is Captain Corelli's Mandolin, as it is similarly a wartime epic filled with colourful descriptive text about even the most mundane things. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76391396-the-bridge-over-the-drina](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76391396-the-bridge-over-the-drina) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*