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The Man Within

Graham Greene
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The Man Within

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Graham Greene

The Man Within

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Man Within, a person named Francis Andrews, the son of a smuggler, grapples with identity and morality. Set against a backdrop of conflict and betrayal, Francis encounters a woman who influences his choices, leading him to face his inner struggles and confront his past. The narrative explores themes of trust and redemption.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Dark

Suspenseful

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.7

1,365 ratings

48%

Loved it

39%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Man Within by Graham Greene is praised for its exploration of themes like betrayal and human conscience. Its atmospheric tension and deep character study are highlights, although some find its pacing uneven. Debuting Greene's introspective style, the novel sets the stage for his later works, though it may not captivate all readers due to its somber tone.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Man Within?

Readers who appreciate The Man Within by Graham Greene often enjoy character-driven narratives exploring themes of betrayal, guilt, and redemption. Fans of Joseph Conrad's Lord Jim or E. M. Forster's A Passage to India may find similar enjoyment in Greene's exploration of moral complexities and human frailty.

3.7

1,365 ratings

48%

Loved it

39%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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