Geoffrey Household
Geoffrey Household was a British author best known for his novel 'Rogue Male' (1939), which is often considered a classic of the thriller genre. Born on November 30, 1900, in Bristol, England, Household wrote several novels, short stories, and plays, often focusing on adventure and espionage themes. His work was characterized by its suspenseful plotting and its exploration of the psychology of the solitary hero. Household passed away on October 4, 1988.
Books
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1. Rogue Male
The book is a classic thriller that follows the story of an unnamed British sportsman who embarks on a daring attempt to assassinate a European dictator prior to World War II. After being caught and tortured, he escapes back to England, but his ordeal is far from over. Pursued by enemy agents who want to finish the job they started, he must use his wits and survival skills to evade capture. The protagonist goes to ground in the English countryside, engaging in a deadly game of cat and mouse with his relentless pursuers, as he grapples with his own moral convictions and the consequences of his actions.
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