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The quiet American
(Book)
Author
Status
Adult Fiction - South Wing Basement
Greene
2 available
Greene
2 available
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Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Fiction - South Wing Basement | Greene | On Shelf |
| Adult Fiction - South Wing Basement | Greene | On Shelf |
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Format
Book
Physical Desc
180 pages
Language
English
Notes
General Note
First published in 1955.
Description
Against the intrigue and violence of Vietnam during the French war with the Vietminh, Alden Pyle, an idealistic young American, is sent to promote democracy, as his friend, Fowler, a cynical foreign correspondent, looks on. Fowler's mistress, a beautiful native girl, creates a catalyst for jealousy and competition between the men and a cultural clash resulting in bloodshed and deep misgivings.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Greene, G. (2004). The quiet American ([Penguin classics deluxe edition] /). Penguin.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Greene, Graham, 1904-1991. 2004. The Quiet American. New York: Penguin.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Greene, Graham, 1904-1991. The Quiet American New York: Penguin, 2004.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Greene, G. (2004). The quiet american. [Penguin classics deluxe edn] / New York: Penguin.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Greene, Graham. The Quiet American [Penguin classics deluxe edition] /, Penguin, 2004.
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