Description
In the stifling heat of a West African colony during wartime, a scrupulously honest police officer finds himself trapped by his own integrity and a burgeoning, illicit love. As his carefully constructed world begins to crumble, he is forced into a series of compromises that betray his deepest principles. This powerful novel explores the devastating consequences of moral conflict and the complex, often tragic, nature of human desire. Greene masterfully dissects the heart's desperate measures when caught between duty and passion, leading to an unforgettable exploration of faith, guilt, and redemption.
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paperback
National Geographic Books
Published Nov 2, 2004
ISBN: 9780099478423
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Details
First Published
1948
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Heart of the Matter by Graham Greene.