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Set in 1886 London, the narrative follows Mr. Verloc, a shopkeeper and secret agent entangled in a conspiracy to destroy the Royal Observatory. The story delves into themes of anarchism, espionage, and societal corruption, reflecting the era's rising violence and political unrest. Through its dark humor and exploration of betrayal and despair, the novel offers a profound commentary on human motivation and the complexities of political ideologies, making it a significant work for those interested in the origins of terrorism.
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The Secret Agent, Joseph Conrad
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- Released
- 2015
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- Title
- The Secret Agent
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Mindfast Publishing
- Released
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 226
- ISBN13
- 9780994376664
- Category
- Detective / Thriller, Poetry
- Description
- Set in 1886 London, the narrative follows Mr. Verloc, a shopkeeper and secret agent entangled in a conspiracy to destroy the Royal Observatory. The story delves into themes of anarchism, espionage, and societal corruption, reflecting the era's rising violence and political unrest. Through its dark humor and exploration of betrayal and despair, the novel offers a profound commentary on human motivation and the complexities of political ideologies, making it a significant work for those interested in the origins of terrorism.