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- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
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Set in 1886 London, the narrative follows Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in themes of anarchism, espionage, and terrorism. The story explores the complexities of Verloc's life, particularly his exploitative relationship with his intellectually disabled brother-in-law, Stevie. This political novel marks a shift from Conrad's earlier maritime tales, reflecting a darker view of society reminiscent of Dickens' Bleak House. Dedicated to H. G. Wells, it delves into the moral ambiguities of its characters and the societal implications of their actions.
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- Title
- The Secret Agent
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- True Sign Publishing House
- Released
- 2023
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9789355843845
- 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 in 1886 London, the narrative follows Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in themes of anarchism, espionage, and terrorism. The story explores the complexities of Verloc's life, particularly his exploitative relationship with his intellectually disabled brother-in-law, Stevie. This political novel marks a shift from Conrad's earlier maritime tales, reflecting a darker view of society reminiscent of Dickens' Bleak House. Dedicated to H. G. Wells, it delves into the moral ambiguities of its characters and the societal implications of their actions.