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Ashenden

(1928)
Or the British Agent
A novel by

 
 
Inspired by Maughams's own experiences as a British secret agent in World War I, this series of stories features a fictional spy, John Ashenden, whose dangerous assignments entangle him with traitors, assassins and beautiful but treacherous women.


Genre: Thriller

Praise for this book

"The modern writer who has influenced me most." - George Orwell

"A fine narrative craft... an author who has always been completely, honestly himself." - J B Priestley


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