The Quiet American
by Graham Greene, Robert Stone
The Quiet American by Graham Greene, Robert Stone holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 30.4K reader ratings. First published in 1955. The book spans 180 pages.
About The Quiet American
Graham Greene's classic exploration of love, innocence, and morality in Vietnam"I never knew a man who had better motives for all the trouble he caused," Graham Greene's narrator Fowler remarks of Alden Pyle, the eponymous "Quiet American" of what is perhaps the most controversial novel of his career. Pyle is the brash young idealist sent out by Washington on a mysterious mission to Saigon, where the French Army struggles against the Vietminh guerrillas. As young Pyle's well-intentioned policies blunder into bloodshed, Fowler, a seasoned and cynical British reporter, finds it impossible to stand safely aside as an observer. But Fowler's motives for intervening are suspect, both to the police and himself, for Pyle has stolen Fowler's beautiful Vietnamese mistress.First published in 1956 and twice adapted to film, The Quiet American remains a terrifiying and prescient portrait of innocence at large. This Graham Greene Centennial Edition includes a new introductory essay by Robert Stone.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Graham Greene, Robert Stone |
| Published | 1955 |
| Pages | 180 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.96 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 30,395 |
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What genre is The Quiet American?
The Quiet American is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Quiet American worth reading?
Based on 30.4K reader ratings, The Quiet American has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Quiet American?
The Quiet American has 180 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Quiet American?
The Quiet American was written by Graham Greene, Robert Stone. It was first published in 1955.
What is the ISBN for The Quiet American?
The ISBN-13 for The Quiet American is 9780143039020.0.
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