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100	1		_aConrad, Joseph, _eauthor.
245	1	4	_aThe secret agent : _ba simple tale / _cJoseph Conrad.
246	0	4	_aThe secret agent
264		1	_aNew Delhi : _bTimeless Books, _c[2024].
300			_a309 pages ; _c19 cm.
336			_2rdacontent _atext _btxt
337			_2rdamedia _aunmediated _bn
338			_2rdacarrier _avolume _bnc
520			_a"The Secret Agent is a political thriller set in London and follows the life of Mr. Verloc, a spy and anarchist who is tasked with carrying out a bombing. The novel explores themes of terrorism, espionage, and the impact of political extremism on individuals and families"-- Amazon.
520			_a"The Secret Agent is a fictional take on a real event - the 1894 bombing in Greenwich Park, London. It is an espionage tale, a family drama, and a comic satire on inept bombers and overzealous policemen. The story revolves around Adolf Verloc, a spy who runs a shop in London while secretly working for a foreign embassy. When he's tasked with inciting a bombing to provoke a crackdown on anarchists, his life and the lives of those around him unravel in tragic ways. Conrad delves into the dark sides of politics, terrorism, and the complexities of loyalty and betrayal. The novel is praised for its psychological depth, offering insights into the conflicts between individuals and the state. With its gripping plot, rich characters, and exploration of profound themes, The Secret Agent explores the moral ambiguity and the destructive power of fanaticism, making it a timeless tale that is loved by readers of all ages"-- Back cover.
650		0	_aConspiracies _xFiction.
650		0	_aAnarchists _xFiction.
650		0	_aBombings _xFiction.
651		0	_aLondon (England) _xFiction.
655		7	_2lcsh _aPolitical fiction.
655		7	_2lcsh _aFiction.
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