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The confused U.S. Ambassador to war-torn Vietnam must make some drastic decisions which will affect the nation's destiny
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Morris West was one of the great storytellers of the twentieth century. He wrote 28 novels, several of which were made into films, as well as plays and non-fiction. Australian-born, his books have sold nearly 70 million copies worldwide, and have been translated into 28 languages. He is best known for his novels The Devil's Advocate, The Shoes of the Fisherman and The Clowns of God.
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"Mr West is a master-hand in accurate scene-setting." —Sunday Times
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- PublisherFontana Press
- Publication date1978
- ISBN 10 0006150918
- ISBN 13 9780006150916
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages254
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The Ambassador by Morris West 1978.
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Book Description Softcover Printed Full Colour. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. ### The Ambassador by Morris West 1978.## ## THIS BOOK: Classified as VERY GOOD: This is the 1978 edition, and it was first published in 1965 by William Heinemann Ltd and first issued on Fontana Books in 1978. The laminated soft cover has no creasing. The inside is clean, and the page edges have darkened, as expected in these older books due to paper quality. READ ON for more details and interesting facts ## ## "The Ambassador" by Morris West is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, international politics, or the intricacies of diplomacy. ## ##"The Ambassador", a novel by Morris West published in 1978, is a gripping tale of diplomacy, intrigue, and the complexities of war. The book is a fictionalization of the period leading up to and shortly after the coup d'état against and assassination of South Vietnamese President Ngo Dinh Diem. The protagonist is Maxwell Gordon Amberley, an American ambassador who is a tough negotiator. He is sent to Vietnam, and the dilemma he faces throws him into self-doubt. The novel provides insights into the political wheeling and dealing behind the scenes in the early days of the Vietnam War.## ## The Author: Morris West, the author of "The Ambassador", was a renowned Australian novelist and playwright. His works often explore themes of religion, morality, and international politics. West's novels have been translated into 28 languages and sold more than 70 million copies worldwide.## ## "The Ambassador" is acclaimed for its insights into the political wheeling and dealing behind the scenes in the early days of the Vietnam War. It brings to life the explosive, bitter, and savage battlefront of Vietnam, foreshadowing the repercussions that continue today. The novel is a testament to West's masterful storytelling and keen understanding of international politics. ## ## Pelican and Fontana are imprints of the same publishing house, Penguin Books. Pelican Books was founded in 1936 by Allen Lane to provide affordable non-fiction for a mass audience and relaunched in May 2014 with a fresh design.## ## Fontana Books is another imprint published by William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd., now part of HarperCollins. Fontana titles include both fiction and non-fiction by prominent contemporary authors. While Pelican and Penguin are directly related, Fontana is a separate imprint under a different parent company. However, all three have played significant roles in the publishing industry. ## ### INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please Note. FREE SHIPPING IS UK ONLY. Please get in touch with me for a shipping quotation. ####. No Author signature. Seller Inventory # MMXX-209-penguin
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback. 254 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Fontana : Collins, London, 1978. *** CONDITION: This book is in very good condition. Lightly tanned pages. Previous owner's signature in ink. Minor spine lean. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: Set against the military deadlock in South Vietnam and the crisis of Western diplomacy in the Far East, this novel traces the fortunes of a US ambassador who, in moral confusion and tortured by self-doubt, is made arbiter of his nation's fate, and of life and death for the ruling house of Vietnam. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Fiction; General; ISBN: 0006150918. ISBN/EAN: 9780006150916. Inventory No: 11040859. The photo of this book is of the actual book for sale. Seller Inventory # 11040859
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Book Description Couverture souple. Condition: bon. RO60139458: Non daté. In-12. Broché. Bon état, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos plié, Intérieur acceptable. 254 pages. Annotations en page de faux-titre (ex-libris). Page de titre manquante. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. Seller Inventory # RO60139458
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Book Description Couverture souple. Condition: bon. RO60007231: 1983. In-12. Broché. Bon état, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur bon état. 254 pages. 1er plat illustré en couleur. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. Seller Inventory # RO60007231
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