Adolf Verloc is working as a spy in London, when he’s recruited to commit a terrorist act that could endanger the lives of countless citizens. It’s a professional decision that has an unexpected impact on his personal life. Adolf Verloc lives in London and runs a shop where he sells underground books and materials. He’s considered a member of a local anarchist group but is also a spy for a foreign government. His handler, Mr. Vladimir, instructs him to plant a bomb in the Greenwich Observatory. Verloc initially resists but cowers to Mr. Vladimir’s threats. Using a time jump and different perspectives, the novel examines the impact of Verloc’s fateful actions. The Secret Agent is a standout among Joseph Conrad’s stellar bibliography. With its descriptive setting and political themes, the author creates a truly captivating tale. It’s a thrilling account of espionage, betrayal and homegrown terrorism. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Secret Agent is both modern and readable.
| ISBN: | 9781513219493 |
| Publication date: | 21st January 2021 |
| Author: | Joseph Conrad, Mint Editions |
| Publisher: | Graphic Arts Books |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 222 pages |
| Series: | Mint Editions |
| Genres: |
Classic fiction: general and literary Narrative theme: Politics Espionage and spy thriller Thriller and Suspense Crime and Mystery General Fiction Historical crime and mysteries Historical Fiction Historical fantasy |
Adolf Verloc is working as a spy in London, when he’s recruited to commit a terrorist act that could endanger the lives of countless citizens. It’s a professional decision that has an unexpected impact on his personal life. Adolf Verloc lives in London and runs a shop where he sells underground books and materials. He’s considered a member of a local anarchist group but is also a spy for a foreign government. His handler, Mr. Vladimir, instructs him to plant a bomb in the Greenwich Observatory. Verloc initially resists but cowers to Mr. Vladimir’s threats. Using a time jump and different perspectives, the novel examines the impact of Verloc’s fateful actions. The Secret Agent is a standout among Joseph Conrad’s stellar bibliography. With its descriptive setting and political themes, the author creates a truly captivating tale. It’s a thrilling account of espionage, betrayal and homegrown terrorism. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Secret Agent is both modern and readable.
The Secret Agent features in the following genres: Classic fiction: general and literary, Narrative theme: Politics, Espionage and spy thriller, Thriller and Suspense, Crime and Mystery, General Fiction, Historical crime and mysteries, Historical Fiction, Historical fantasy
The Secret Agent is available in Hardback
The Secret Agent was written by Joseph Conrad, Mint Editions and published by Graphic Arts Books
The Secret Agent has 222 pages
Yes it is part of Mint Editions series
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