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The Constant Gardener

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The Constant Gardener follows Justin Quayle, a mild-mannered diplomat, who embarks on a harrowing journey to uncover the truth behind the brutal murder of his wife, Tessa, in northern Kenya. As he digs deeper, Justin exposes a web of corruption involving pharmaceutical companies and political intrigue, revealing the dark side of unregulated global capitalism. John le Carré crafts a poignant tale of love, loss, and courage amid a complex international landscape.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for readers who enjoy intricate crime thrillers with political and ethical depth, especially those who appreciate John le Carré's elegant storytelling and exploration of contemporary global issues.

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A magnificent exploration of the new world order from New York Times bestselling author John le Carré, one of the most compelling and elegant storytellers of our time.

When Tessa Quayle—a young, beautiful woman and Justin's beloved wife—is gruesomely murdered in northern Kenya, Justin sets out on a personal odyssey to uncover the mystery of her death. But what he finds could make him not only a suspect among his own colleagues, but a target for Tessa's killers as well.

A master chronicler of the betrayals of ordinary people caught in political conflict, John le Carré portrays the dark side of unbridled capitalism as only he can. The Constant Gardener tells a compelling, complex story of a man elevated through tragedy, as Justin Quayle—amateur gardener, ageing widower, and ineffectual bureaucrat—discovers his own natural resources and the extraordinary courage of the woman he barely had time to love.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780743262439

Publisher: Scribner Book Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2004

Country: United States

Imprint: Scribner Book Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 482

About the Author

John le Carré was born in 1931. His third novel, The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, secured him a worldwide reputation, which was consolidated by the acclaim for his trilogy: Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy; The Honorable Schoolboy; and Smiley's People. His novels include The Constant Gardner, The Little Drummer Girl, A Perfect Spy, The Russia House, Our Game, The Tailor of Panama, and Single & Single. He passed away in 2020.

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