The Informer
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ISBN10: 1162698217
ISBN13: 9781162698212
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.06 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162698212
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.06 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Informer is a gripping novel written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1907. Set in Dublin, Ireland during the early 1920s, the novel tells the story of Gypo Nolan, a former member of the Irish Republican Army who has fallen on hard times and is desperate for money. When he learns that there is a reward for information leading to the capture of a fellow IRA member, he betrays his friend and becomes an informer.The consequences of Gypo's betrayal are severe, as he is haunted by guilt and fear of retribution from both the IRA and the police. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of political conflict. It also delves into the psychological effects of guilt and the struggle for redemption.Conrad's writing style is vivid and atmospheric, painting a vivid picture of the gritty and violent world of Dublin during this turbulent period in Irish history. The characters are complex and well-drawn, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end.Overall, The Informer is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores timeless themes of human nature and the consequences of our actions. It is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and anyone interested in Irish history and politics.X turned up in due course. My treasures are disposed in three large rooms without carpets and curtains. There is no other furniture than the �����tag�����res and the glass cases whose contents shall be worth a fortune to my heirs. I allow no fires to be lighted, for fear of accidents, and a fire-proof door separates them from the rest of the house.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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