The Man In Charge
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
The Man In Charge presents a gripping narrative within the crime fiction genre, detailing the rise and fall of a formidable figure who dictates the fate of an entire community. This hardboiled thriller chronicles the intricate web of power, corruption, and moral compromise that underpins his reign, painting a stark picture of human ambition. Jessup's prose maintains a relentless, suspenseful pace, immersing readers in a world where loyalty is fleeting and justice is a rare commodity. The novel illustrates the profound psychological toll of absolute control, offering a cynical yet compelling examination of authority's darker side.
Author: Richard Jessup
Format: Hardback
Published: 1957, SECKER & WARBURG
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
The Man In Charge presents a gripping narrative within the crime fiction genre, detailing the rise and fall of a formidable figure who dictates the fate of an entire community. This hardboiled thriller chronicles the intricate web of power, corruption, and moral compromise that underpins his reign, painting a stark picture of human ambition. Jessup's prose maintains a relentless, suspenseful pace, immersing readers in a world where loyalty is fleeting and justice is a rare commodity. The novel illustrates the profound psychological toll of absolute control, offering a cynical yet compelling examination of authority's darker side.