Hannibal Rising

Book • 2006

Hannibal Rising is a prequel to Thomas Harris's previous Hannibal Lecter novels, detailing the formative experiences of Hannibal Lecter during World War II. The novel follows Hannibal's journey from a traumatic childhood event to his development into a brilliant and deadly figure.

It explores themes of trauma, revenge, and the evolution of evil.

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