The World at Night

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The World at Night by Alan Furst follows the story of Jean Casson, a film producer in Paris during the onset of World War II. As the city falls under Nazi occupation, he is drawn into the world of espionage and resistance. Amidst the shadows of war, Casson grapples with complex choices about survival, loyalty, and love.
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You might enjoy this book if you relish atmospheric espionage novels set during World War II. It offers a rich depiction of life in occupied Paris, blending intrigue and suspense with a deft portrayal of the human spirit under pressure. If you enjoy stories full of historical detail and complex characters, this could be a captivating read for you.

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The World at Night

'A wonderfully evocative picture of wartime Paris and the moral maze of resistance' Mail on Sunday

Reissued in the terrific new cover style THE FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT sold over 35,000 copies Alan Furst receives exceptional reviews: 'Furst is a master...There is unlikely to be a more engrossing read this year' Time Out 'Casson is one of the best-drawn characters in recent fiction. THE WORLD AT NIGHT is a brilliant piece of atmospheric writing' Daily Telegraph 'Furst has an eye and ear for the feel of the 1940s in occupied Europe. The sights, sounds and colours are all authentic. A minor masterpiece' The Times 'Competitors despair. Alan Furst's mastery of the espionage novel put him beyond any would-be rival... No one does it better than Furst' Literary Review 'The eccentric wanderers with their strange histories, the shadowy life in the wings of the theatre are pure Casablanca... tension, excitement are Furst's primary business' Observer 'A gripping plot and a galaxy of well-drawn characters' Daily Telegraph 'Addictive, beautifully humane novels' Guardian 'Furst is a consummate writer, his style lyrical and elegant, his story-telling taut and suspenseful, his characters authentic' Irish Examiner

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Paris 1940. The civilised, upper-class life of film producer Jean Casson ends with the German occupation of the city.

Out of money and almost out of luck, Casson attempts to work with a German film company but finds himself drawn into the dark world of espionage and double agents.

More used to evading jealous husbands than the secret police, Casson becomes a reluctant spy, torn between honour, patriotism, love and survival.

The World at Night explores these themes, weaving a tale of intrigue and suspense set against the backdrop of a city in peril.

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Alan Furst's The World at Night is praised for its atmospheric writing and the depth of its characters, particularly Casson, who is seen as one of the best-rendered figures in recent fiction. Critics highlight the blend of keen deduction with a deeper, turbulent emotional depth, comparing the novel's mood to the romanticism of Casablanca. The delight in espionage and its intricate process is also noted as a standout feature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753826379

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 April 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Alan Furst has lived for long periods in France, especially in Paris, and has travelled as a journalist in Eastern Europe and Russia. He has written extensively for Esquire and the International Herald Tribune.

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