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Sinopsis

The Informer: Revised Edition

A powerful novel set in Ireland during the 1920s, amidst the turmoil of the Irish War of Independence. The story unfolds in the gritty underworld of Dublin’s slums, where themes of poverty, betrayal, and political struggle define the lives of the characters.

At the heart of the novel is Gypo Nolan, a complex character whose actions set off a chain of events that explores the moral dilemmas and emotional costs of his decisions. Alongside Nolan, the novel introduces a cast of vivid characters, including Francis McPhillip, known as one of the “Devil's Twins,” his sister Mary, and others from Dublin’s underworld, such as the consumptive tailor, the Rat Mulligan, and Connemara Maggie.

O’Flaherty’s deep exploration of these characters and their intertwined lives captures the psychological and emotional weight of living in a time of political and personal conflict. The novel was later adapted into a film, where Victor McLaglen's portrayal of Gypo Nolan earned him an Academy Award, cementing the novel's lasting impact as one of O'Flaherty’s most stirring works.

New York Times review:

“We are under O’Flaherty’s spell from first page to last. We follow the wild hunt for life as breathlessly as any pursuer on Gypo’s heels . . . Savage prose . . . Delirium and hallucination! . . .”

This revised edition has:

• Modern English Translation: The text has been updated to use contemporary spelling, particularly aligning with the British spelling, vocabulary and style (except the dialogues, of course to keep the character’s original accent), making it more accessible and relatable to modern readers.

• Fixed printing errors in the original Alfred Knopf Edition of 1925.

• A meticulously crafted layout and thoroughly proofread and polished content for seamless reading experience.

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