{"product_id":"2026100005313-secondhand-the-ninth-wave","title":"The Ninth Wave","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Fair                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage\u003cbr\u003ePages: Tanning and foxing         ,          price clipped\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ninth Wave presents a chilling political thriller, chronicling the rise of a brilliant but ruthless campaign manager who masterfully manipulates the American electorate. This gripping narrative details the strategist's calculated methods, illustrating how he exploits public fears and desires to achieve his candidate's victory. Burdick's incisive prose uncovers the insidious undercurrents of political power, arguing for a profound examination of democratic processes and the ethics of persuasion. The novel maintains a suspenseful and cynical tone, compelling readers to confront uncomfortable truths about ambition and the vulnerability of the masses. It stands as a powerful commentary on the potential for manipulation within a free society, offering a prescient look at the mechanics of modern political campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48792290525403,"sku":"2026100005313-SECONDHAND","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/b7d0138f-2292-43fe-9553-cde6ef5777bf.png?v=1779274730","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100005313-secondhand-the-ninth-wave","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}