The Heart Of The Matter

The Heart Of The Matter

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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.

Author: Graham Greene
Binding: Hardback
Published: William Heinemann., 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

Graham Greene's The Heart Of The Matter is a profound psychological novel that plunges into the moral complexities faced by a British intelligence officer stationed in West Africa during World War II. The narrative chronicles his internal struggle with faith, duty, and personal integrity as he navigates a web of illicit affairs and professional compromises. Greene masterfully portrays the protagonist's descent into despair, presenting a poignant examination of sin, compassion, and the search for redemption amidst overwhelming guilt. The novel maintains a somber and introspective tone, illustrating the devastating consequences of a man caught between his conscience and the demands of his circumstances. It ultimately argues for the enduring power of human frailty and the elusive nature of true peace.

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Description

Author: Graham Greene
Binding: Hardback
Published: William Heinemann., 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

Graham Greene's The Heart Of The Matter is a profound psychological novel that plunges into the moral complexities faced by a British intelligence officer stationed in West Africa during World War II. The narrative chronicles his internal struggle with faith, duty, and personal integrity as he navigates a web of illicit affairs and professional compromises. Greene masterfully portrays the protagonist's descent into despair, presenting a poignant examination of sin, compassion, and the search for redemption amidst overwhelming guilt. The novel maintains a somber and introspective tone, illustrating the devastating consequences of a man caught between his conscience and the demands of his circumstances. It ultimately argues for the enduring power of human frailty and the elusive nature of true peace.