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The Talented Mr. Ripley, Ripley Under Ground, Ripley's Game (Everyman's Library),Used
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Three classic psychological crime thrillers by a master of the macabre appear here together in hardcover for the first time. THE INSPIRATION FOR THE NETFLIX SERIES STARRING ANDREW SCOTT, JOHNNY FLYNN, AND DAKOTA FANNING.Suave, agreeable, and completely amoral, Patricia Highsmith's hero, the inimitable Tom Ripley, stops at nothingnot even murderto accomplish his goals. In achieving for himself the opulent life that he was denied as a child, Ripley shows himself to be a master of illusion and manipulation and a disturbingly sympathetic combination of genius and psychopath. As Highsmith navigates the mesmerizing tangle of Ripley's deadly and sinister games, she turns the mystery genre inside out and takes us into the mind of a man utterly indifferent to evil.The Talented Mr. Ripley ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIMEIn a chilling literary hall of mirrors, Patricia Highsmith introduces Tom Ripley. Like a hero in a latterday Henry James novel, Ripley is sent to Italy with a commission to coax a prodigal young American back to his wealthy father. But Ripley finds himself very fond of Dickie Greenleaf. He wants to be like himexactly like him. Suave, agreeable, and utterly amoral, Ripley stops at nothingcertainly not only one murderto accomplish his goal. Turning the mystery form inside out, Highsmith shows the terrifying abilities afforded to a man unhindered by the concept of evil.Ripley Under GroundIn this harrowing illumination of the psychotic mind, the enviable Tom Ripley has a lovely house in the French countryside, a beautiful and very rich wife, and an art collection worthy of a connoisseur. But such a gracious life has not come easily. One inopportune inquiry, one inconvenient friend, and Ripley's world will come tumbling downunless he takes decisive steps. In a mesmerizing novel that coolly subverts all traditional notions of literary justice, Ripley enthralls us even as we watch him perform acts of pure and unspeakable evil.Ripley's GameConnoisseur of art, harpsichord aficionado, gardener extraordinaire, and genius of improvisational murder, the inimitable Tom Ripley finds his complacency shaken when he is scorned at a posh gala. While an ordinary psychopath might repay the insult with some mild act of retribution, what Ripley has in mind is far more subtle, and infinitely more sinister. A social slight doesn't warrant murder of coursejust a chain of events that may lead to it.Everyman's Library pursues the highest production standards, printing on acidfree creamcolored paper, with fullcloth cases with twocolor foil stamping, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon markers, Europeanstyle halfround spines, and a fullcolor illustrated jacket. Contemporary Classics include an introduction, a select bibliography, and a chronology of the author's life and times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main themes explored in 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'? A: The main themes include identity, deception, and the moral ambiguity of the protagonist, Tom Ripley. The novel delves into psychological manipulation and the lengths one might go to achieve a desired lifestyle.
- Q: Is 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of a series featuring Tom Ripley, which includes 'Ripley Under Ground' and 'Ripley's Game'. Each book follows Ripley's complex character and his morally questionable actions.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 12, 1999.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a hardcover with high-quality production standards, including acid-free cream-colored paper and decorative endpapers.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'? A: The author is Patricia Highsmith, known for her psychological thrillers and complex characters.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has a total of 904 pages.
- Q: What is the target audience for 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'? A: The book is suitable for adult readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and literary fiction.
- Q: Are there any notable adaptations of this book? A: Yes, there is a notable film adaptation of 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' starring Matt Damon, which brought wider recognition to the story.
- Q: What makes this edition special or collectible? A: This hardcover edition features high-quality production elements such as foil stamping, silk ribbon markers, and an illustrated jacket, making it a collectible item for fans of classic literature.
- Q: Can I read 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' without reading the other books in the series? A: Yes, 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' can be enjoyed as a standalone novel, though readers may appreciate the character development by reading the sequels.