
A Murder Of Quality
por
John Le Carré
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Formato
Brochura
Páginas
206
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Jan 1, 1962
Editora
Popular Library
Edição
4th
ISBN-10
0445083743
ISBN-13
9780445083745
Descrição
In a quaint English boarding school, the seemingly tranquil environment is shattered by a shocking murder that unveils a web of intrigue and deception. The story follows the seasoned spy George Smiley as he is drawn into the investigation. Smiley’s calm demeanor masks an astute mind adept at unraveling secrets buried deep within the school's hallowed halls. The murder of a beloved teacher uncovers old grudges and hidden relationships, painting a vivid portrait of the complexities of human nature.
As Smiley delves deeper into the lives of both the students and faculty, he discovers that appearances can be deceiving. Loyalties are tested, and the motives behind the murder begin to surface, revealing a cycle of betrayal that extends beyond the school’s facade. The author skillfully weaves together elements of mystery and character study, keeping readers on the edge as they ponder the true nature of innocence and guilt.
The atmospheric setting serves as both a backdrop and a character in its own right, encapsulating the tension of a tightly-knit community ready to implode. Through Smiley’s investigation, Le Carré confronts themes of duty, integrity, and the moral ambiguities that define the human experience. As he unravels the threads of this disturbing crime, readers are left to contemplate the layers of truth hidden beneath the surface of societal norms.
As Smiley delves deeper into the lives of both the students and faculty, he discovers that appearances can be deceiving. Loyalties are tested, and the motives behind the murder begin to surface, revealing a cycle of betrayal that extends beyond the school’s facade. The author skillfully weaves together elements of mystery and character study, keeping readers on the edge as they ponder the true nature of innocence and guilt.
The atmospheric setting serves as both a backdrop and a character in its own right, encapsulating the tension of a tightly-knit community ready to implode. Through Smiley’s investigation, Le Carré confronts themes of duty, integrity, and the moral ambiguities that define the human experience. As he unravels the threads of this disturbing crime, readers are left to contemplate the layers of truth hidden beneath the surface of societal norms.
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