Ashenden or the British Agent by W. Somerset Maugham

Ashenden or the British Agent

W. Somerset Maugham

320 pages first pub 1927 (editions)

fiction classics short stories adventurous mysterious reflective medium-paced
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This fascinating book contains probably the most expert stories of espionage ever written. For a period of time after it was first published, the book became official required reading for persons entering the British Secret Service.During World Wa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 160 reviews

Moods

adventurous 83%
mysterious 50%
lighthearted 33%
challenging 16%
funny 16%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.68

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