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Bezig met laden... The Private Life of Spies and The Exquisite Art of Getting Even: Stories of Espionage and Revengedoor Alexander McCall Smith
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Meld je aan bij LibraryThing om erachter te komen of je dit boek goed zult vinden. Op dit moment geen Discussie gesprekken over dit boek. This is one of those formats from A. McCall Smith where it's not part of one of his well-known series, but stands on its own. Two parts in this book: one THE PRIVATE LIFE OF SPIES - stories about spies (fact and fiction combined; excellently delivered!...); and another - THE EXQUISITE ART OF GETTING EVEN - stories about "revenge", in its many forms, prompted by an occurrence in the author's life, or just flowing, in general, from his opinion (which I share) that "revenge is wrong; it never helps", and yet people do indulge in it at times, entangling themselves in all sorts of unpleasant circumstances, so vividly described in these several stories... As usual with this author, both parts of the book are filled with understanding of human nature, forgiveness for our human frailties and faults, and humor, lots of good-natured humor, for which we all know and appreciate McCall Smith. Enjoyed it immensely. ( ) geen besprekingen | voeg een bespreking toe
"From the beloved author of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series comes a new short story collection: half spy stories, half tales of revenge, all highlight the kinder, funnier, and gentler side of espionage and retribution. In this dual collection of short stories, Alexander McCall Smith brings his trademark humor and warmth to inventive tales of spying and vengeance. In one story, a spy dropped deep into enemy territory manages to disguise himself--quite convincingly--as a nun. In another, an invitation to join the Vatican Secret Service sends a prospective operative down a rabbit hole of controversy and confusion. A third story finds an author, on the brink of public ruin, seeing the error of his ways after an act of kindness saves the day. A keen observer of humanity imbued with a sparkling imagination, Alexander McCall Smith illustrates throughout that transparency is paramount and forgiveness is restorative. With surprising insight and a healthy helping of humor, these stories remind us that, in the end, the high road is often the better one for all involved"-- Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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Google Books — Bezig met laden... GenresDewey Decimale Classificatie (DDC)823.914Literature English & Old English literatures English fiction Modern Period 1901-1999 1945-1999LC-classificatieWaarderingGemiddelde:
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