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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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- Title
- The Secret Agent
- Subtitle
- A Simple Tale
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2023
- Pages
- 246
- ISBN13
- 9798211655737
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Psychological Topics, Mystery Novels, Social Issues, Literary Fiction, Crime Series
- First published
- 1907
- Original title
- The Secret Agent
- Rating
- 3.55 out of 5
- Description
- 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.