--- product_id: 286214793 title: "The Bridge on the Drina" price: "540 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/286214793-the-bridge-on-the-drina store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # Covers 400 years of Balkan history Central symbol: historic Drina Bridge Nobel Prize-winning literary masterpiece The Bridge on the Drina **Price:** 540 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌉 Unlock the timeless saga of the Balkans — where history, culture, and humanity converge! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Bridge on the Drina - **How much does it cost?** 540 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/286214793-the-bridge-on-the-drina) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Iconic Symbolism:** The Drina Bridge stands as a powerful metaphor for connection, conflict, and resilience across centuries. - • **Epic Historical Scope:** Dive deep into 400 years of Bosnia’s turbulent past, from Ottoman rule to Austro-Hungarian influence. - • **Cultural Mosaic Explored:** Understand the complex coexistence of diverse ethnic and religious communities through vivid, empathetic storytelling. - • **Award-Winning Storytelling:** Experience Nobel laureate Ivo Andrić’s masterful narrative that blends history with unforgettable human stories. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Popular:** Join thousands of readers who rated it 4.6/5, making it a must-have for contemporary literature enthusiasts. ## Overview The Bridge on the Drina is a Nobel Prize-winning historical novel by Ivo Andrić that chronicles 400 years of Bosnian history through the lens of the iconic Drina Bridge. It offers a richly detailed exploration of cultural, religious, and political shifts from the Ottoman Empire to Austro-Hungarian rule, acclaimed for its eloquent storytelling and profound insight into human resilience. ## Description The Bridge on the Drina is a vivid depiction of the suffering history has imposed upon the people of Bosnia from the late 16th century to the beginning of World War I. As we seek to make sense of the current nightmare in this region, this rema Review: Sadly Brilliant!!! - It is written in such an eloquent way, it feels like I'm living it through. Especially first quarter of the book, it is truly heart wrenching! Highly recommended. Review: Informative read about BALKAN HISTORY written with exceptional quality of storytelling - This masterpiece and Nobel Prize winner written by Ex Yugoslavian author Ivo Andric is one of the best literary works written and can be compared with novels written by the world most renewed authors.He demonstrated exceptional quality of story telling and obviously admirable amount of historical research done in order to write this novel which cover four hundred years of life in city of Višegard including legends about building bridge across river Drina and legends which include people who lived in Višegrad but bridge has central importance of story. Novel is starting during 16th Century and introduction of Ottoman Empire and their rule over this part of world.The Bridge on Drina , also title of the book and center of the story was built as a legacy of Grand Vezir Mehmed Paša Sokolović who served under three sultans and oversees the Ottoman Empire's expansion into Central Europe. He was born in a Serbian/orthodox family in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in a village near city of Višegrad. Grand Vezir Mehmed Paša Sokolovic was taken as one of the many Christians boys as part of “tax in blood“ to Turkey. He never forgot where he was born and in his memory survived a clear picture of Drina and how he was taken by Turks. Further in the novel Ivo Andrić describes complicated lives of Bosnian people challenged by religious and cultural difference and at the same time during big natural disasters united by their mutual grief. In the book he describes the political influence of Serbia on people in Bosnia as the city of Višegrad is bordering Serbia. As story progress is described end of Ottoman empire and story of withdrawal Turks from Bosnia ,Austro Ugarska occupation and rule in Bosnia and Herzegovina, their influence on culture and life in region which slowly dominated above Ottoman legacy in area which was built for hundreds of years. If you ever wonder how people in Bosnia and Herzegovina live together regardless of their religious difference , ethnicity and war challenges and if you want to understand these people then this historical novel is a must read. ## Features - Item Trademark: UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO PRESS - manufacturer: University of Chicago Press - Item Weight: grams, pounds, 0.74736706818, 339. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #59,782 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,648 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction #3,110 in Literary Fiction #5,142 in Genre Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 415 Reviews | ## Images ![The Bridge on the Drina - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qHKosAWDL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sadly Brilliant!!! *by A***R on 6 January 2023* It is written in such an eloquent way, it feels like I'm living it through. Especially first quarter of the book, it is truly heart wrenching! Highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Informative read about BALKAN HISTORY written with exceptional quality of storytelling *by S***N on 27 April 2024* This masterpiece and Nobel Prize winner written by Ex Yugoslavian author Ivo Andric is one of the best literary works written and can be compared with novels written by the world most renewed authors.He demonstrated exceptional quality of story telling and obviously admirable amount of historical research done in order to write this novel which cover four hundred years of life in city of Višegard including legends about building bridge across river Drina and legends which include people who lived in Višegrad but bridge has central importance of story. Novel is starting during 16th Century and introduction of Ottoman Empire and their rule over this part of world.The Bridge on Drina , also title of the book and center of the story was built as a legacy of Grand Vezir Mehmed Paša Sokolović who served under three sultans and oversees the Ottoman Empire's expansion into Central Europe. He was born in a Serbian/orthodox family in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in a village near city of Višegrad. Grand Vezir Mehmed Paša Sokolovic was taken as one of the many Christians boys as part of “tax in blood“ to Turkey. He never forgot where he was born and in his memory survived a clear picture of Drina and how he was taken by Turks. Further in the novel Ivo Andrić describes complicated lives of Bosnian people challenged by religious and cultural difference and at the same time during big natural disasters united by their mutual grief. In the book he describes the political influence of Serbia on people in Bosnia as the city of Višegrad is bordering Serbia. As story progress is described end of Ottoman empire and story of withdrawal Turks from Bosnia ,Austro Ugarska occupation and rule in Bosnia and Herzegovina, their influence on culture and life in region which slowly dominated above Ottoman legacy in area which was built for hundreds of years. If you ever wonder how people in Bosnia and Herzegovina live together regardless of their religious difference , ethnicity and war challenges and if you want to understand these people then this historical novel is a must read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing book *by M***A on 3 February 2026* Amazing book written by Serbian Nobel prize winner ## Frequently Bought Together - The Bridge on the Drina - BALKAN GHOSTS --- ## 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.no/products/286214793-the-bridge-on-the-drina](https://www.desertcart.no/products/286214793-the-bridge-on-the-drina) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*