A Coffin for Dimitrios
A Coffin for Dimitrios by Eric Ambler, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on October 9, 2001, is a notable work in the mystery and thriller genres, comprising 304 pages. The narrative follows Charles Latimer, an author of successful mysteries, who becomes embroiled in a complex world of political intrigue after encountering a Turkish colonel. His initial curiosity about the notorious Dimitrios, whose body is discovered in an Istanbul morgue, leads him into a perilous investigation filled with assassination, espionage, and treachery.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores themes of international crime and suspense, as Latimer navigates a shadowy web that spans the Balkans. The book delves into the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of curiosity in a world rife with danger. A Coffin for Dimitrios presents a compelling exploration of the intersection between fiction and reality, making it a significant addition to the genre.
Official synopsis Publisher
ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE‘S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME • The classic story of an ordinary man seemingly out of his depth, this is Ambler’s most widely acclaimed novel, “one of the masterpieces of the genre” (The New York Times Book Review).
A chance encounter with a Turkish colonel leads Charles Latimer, the author of a handful of successful mysteries, into a world of sinister political and criminal maneuvers. At first merely curious to reconstruct the career of the notorious Dimitrios, whose body has been identified in an Istanbul morgue, Latimer soon finds himself caught up in a shadowy web of assassination, espionage, drugs, and treachery that spans the Balkans.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “A Coffin for Dimitrios” about?
Who is the author of “A Coffin for Dimitrios”?
When was “A Coffin for Dimitrios” published?
What is the ISBN for “A Coffin for Dimitrios”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
