Foucault's Pendulum (novel)

*Foucault's Pendulum* by Umberto Eco is a novel that explores how people seek patterns and hidden truths in history, myths, and secret societies. It follows three friends who invent a conspiracy theory as a joke, but their creation inadvertently uncovers deeper connections and influences. The story delves into themes of knowledge, interpretation, and the human tendency to find meaning, illustrating how obsession with hidden meanings can blur reality. It combines history, philosophy, and a detective-like narrative to challenge perceptions of truth and the nature of conspiracy.