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Adolf Verloc is working as a spy in London, when he's recruited to commit a terrorist act that could endanger the lives of countless citizens. It's a professional decision that has an unexpected impact on his personal life. Adolf Verloc lives in London and runs a shop where he sells underground books and materials. He's considered a member of a local anarchist group but is also a spy for a foreign government. His handler, Mr. Vladimir, instructs him to plant a bomb in the Greenwich Observatory. Verloc initially resists but cowers to Mr. Vladimir's threats. Using a time jump and different perspectives, the novel examines the impact of Verloc's fateful actions. The Secret Agent is a standout among Joseph Conrad's stellar bibliography. With its descriptive setting and political themes, the author creates a truly captivating tale. It's a thrilling account of espionage, betrayal and homegrown terrorism. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Secret Agent is both modern and readable.
Acquisto del libro
The Secret Agent, Joseph Conrad
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2021
Metodi di pagamento
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- Titolo
- The Secret Agent
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Joseph Conrad
- Editore
- Graphic Arts Books
- Pubblicato
- 2021
- Pagine
- 220
- ISBN10
- 1513269372
- ISBN13
- 9781513269375
- Serie
- Tag
- Narrativa, Gialli & Thriller, Temi psicologici, Gialli, Romanzi sociali, Serie Crime, Problemi sociali
- Prima pubblicazione
- 1907
- Titolo originale
- The Secret Agent
- Valutazione
- 3,55 su 5
- Descrizione
- Adolf Verloc is working as a spy in London, when he's recruited to commit a terrorist act that could endanger the lives of countless citizens. It's a professional decision that has an unexpected impact on his personal life. Adolf Verloc lives in London and runs a shop where he sells underground books and materials. He's considered a member of a local anarchist group but is also a spy for a foreign government. His handler, Mr. Vladimir, instructs him to plant a bomb in the Greenwich Observatory. Verloc initially resists but cowers to Mr. Vladimir's threats. Using a time jump and different perspectives, the novel examines the impact of Verloc's fateful actions. The Secret Agent is a standout among Joseph Conrad's stellar bibliography. With its descriptive setting and political themes, the author creates a truly captivating tale. It's a thrilling account of espionage, betrayal and homegrown terrorism. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Secret Agent is both modern and readable.