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- 218 pages
- 8 hours of reading
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Set in London in 1886, the narrative follows Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in political intrigue for an unnamed country, likely Russia. This novel marks a shift in Joseph Conrad's writing, moving from maritime adventures to a focus on political themes. It explores the complexities of espionage and the moral ambiguities faced by individuals in a politically charged environment, offering a critical look at the impact of terrorism and the motivations behind covert operations.
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The Secret Agent, Joseph Conrad
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- The Secret Agent
- Subtitle
- A Simple Tale
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 218
- ISBN13
- 9781618958990
- 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 London in 1886, the narrative follows Mr. Adolf Verloc, a spy entangled in political intrigue for an unnamed country, likely Russia. This novel marks a shift in Joseph Conrad's writing, moving from maritime adventures to a focus on political themes. It explores the complexities of espionage and the moral ambiguities faced by individuals in a politically charged environment, offering a critical look at the impact of terrorism and the motivations behind covert operations.