The Human Factor
The Human Factor by Graham Greene, published by Penguin Books in 1983, is a novel that delves into the intricate world of espionage. This edition spans 272 pages and is presented in English. The story revolves around a leak traced to a small sub-section of the Secret Intelligence Service, leading to heightened security checks and an atmosphere rife with tension and suspicion. As Maurice Castle prepares for retirement with his African wife, Sarah, the narrative explores the complexities of loyalty and betrayal within the realm of intelligence.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the moral dilemmas faced by those in the espionage field, reflecting Greene’s own experiences with MI6 during World War II. The Human Factor presents a blend of serious themes and fast-paced storytelling, allowing for a dynamic reading experience. This edition invites readers to engage with the psychological intricacies of its characters while navigating the suspenseful plot that unfolds against the backdrop of British and Irish fiction.
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A leak is traced to a small sub-section of SIS, sparking off the inevitable security checks, tensions and suspicions. The sort of atmosphere where mistakes could be made? For Maurice Castle it is the end of the line anyway and time for him to retire with his African wife, Sarah.The Human Factor is Greene’s most extensive attempt to incorporate into fiction what he had learned of espionage when recruited by MI6 during World War II . . . What it offers is a veteran excursion into Greene’s imaginative world . . . Sometimes seen as a brooding prober into the dark recesses of the soul where sins and scruples alike fester, he is equally at home in sending a narrative careering along at break-neck pace . . . Raising the demarcation line between ‘serious’ fiction and fast-plotted entertainment, Greene ensures that components of both jostle energizingly together in his pages.” –from the Introduction by Peter Kemp —
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