The Quiet American

ISBN 978-1-86478-076-5

The smartstudy® English guide to The Quiet American explores the context, characters and themes of Graham Greene’s thought-provoking novel. Set in Vietnam in the 1950s, The Quiet American examines intrigue, violence, love and honour. Greene not only highlights the dangers in having mistaken intentions, he also presents the consequences of living without convictions or beliefs. It is a powerful and compelling read.

Key Features:

• notes about the author/director/poet/playwright
• an overview of the historical and cultural context
• chapter/scene/story summaries
• character profiles
• analysis of themes and genres
• critical perspectives of the text
• key quotations
• focus questions in each section
• marginal notes explaining key passages, ideas, terms and characters
• a guide to planning and writing an essay
• tips on how to use examination time efficiently
• a sample essay with annotations
• further exam-style essay questions
• a bibliography and further reading section

$16.95

(GST Inc.)