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Set against the backdrop of London in 1886, the narrative centers on Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in themes of anarchism, espionage, and terrorism. The story explores the darker aspects of human relationships, particularly through Verloc's exploitation of his brother-in-law, Stevie, who has an intellectual disability. This political novel reflects Conrad's shift from maritime tales and is inspired by Dickens’ bleak portrayal of urban life, offering a critical commentary on societal vulnerabilities and moral complexities.
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The Secret Agent, Joseph Conrad
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- Pubblicato
- 2023
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- Titolo
- The Secret Agent
- Sottotitolo
- A Simple Tale
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Joseph Conrad
- Editore
- Blurb
- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Pagine
- 246
- ISBN13
- 9798211655737
- 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
- Set against the backdrop of London in 1886, the narrative centers on Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in themes of anarchism, espionage, and terrorism. The story explores the darker aspects of human relationships, particularly through Verloc's exploitation of his brother-in-law, Stevie, who has an intellectual disability. This political novel reflects Conrad's shift from maritime tales and is inspired by Dickens’ bleak portrayal of urban life, offering a critical commentary on societal vulnerabilities and moral complexities.