Equal Danger

Name: Equal Danger
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781847089274
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By Leonardo Sciascia

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In Equal Danger by Leonardo Sciascia, the narrative unfolds in a corruption-ridden country where a series of judges are mysteriously murdered. As the protagonist, Inspector Rogas, delves into the investigation, he navigates a tangled web of deceit and political intrigue. The book captures the tension between justice and corruption, questioning the very nature of truth and power.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by tightly woven crime narratives with a sharp political edge. This gripping tale blends mystery and social commentary, offering a compelling exploration of power and corruption. Sciascia's masterful storytelling and nuanced characters make it a must-read for fans of thought-provoking thrillers.

Equal Danger

A string of high-profile murders leads an inspector to believe there is more to his case than mere personal grudge - but can he prove it?

A string of high-profile murders leads an inspector to believe there is more to his case than mere personal grudge - but can he prove it?

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District Attorney Varga is shot dead while picking a sprig of jasmine. Then Judge Sanza is killed. Then Judge Azar. Is this string of murders an individual vendetta or a more sinister plot?

The charming Inspector Rogas is determined to find out. The pursuit of truth and justice are Rogas's vocation, but his work is frustrated by a system which defies his understanding. He needs a key, a way in, a map, and he is sure that his chief suspect, Cres, can provide it.

The book, written in 1971, uncannily prefigures the Red Brigade's subsequent killing of magistrates and the Catholic-Communist pact of the late 1970s in Italy. Developed under Sciascia's hand in the spirit of a parody, Equal Danger has come to be regarded as a wide-ranging political thriller, one of the masterpieces of the genre.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Equal Danger by Leonardo Sciascia is praised for its intricate narrative, blending crime and socio-political commentary. Reviewers admire Sciascia's ability to interweave a detective story with a sharp critique of corruption, highlighting his succinct prose and engaging storytelling. The novel's insightful exploration of morality within a legal system is noted as both thought-provoking and reflective of the human condition.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847089274

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Contributors:

Translated by Adrienne Foulke

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 96g

Pages: 128

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Leonardo Sciascia

About the Author

Leonardo Sciascia was born in Sicily in 1912 and died there in 1989. Like Joseph Roth, Sciascia worked with deceptively simple forms - books about crime, historical novels, political thrillers - and was a master of lucid and accessible prose. This polished surface conceals great depths of sophistication and an intense engagement with the moral and historical problems of modern Italy, especially of his native Sicily. His books are rooted in a particular culture; they speak to anyone who has ever wondered how people can endure unbearable injustice.

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