Mai Jia

Decoded

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ISBN 13:
9780141391489
author:
Mai Jia
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2015
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
19.8 x 2.7 x 13 cm
Genre:
Thriller
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£10.18

Description

Decoded tells the story of Rong Jinzhwen, a semi-autistic mathematical genius recruited to China's secret services. He is tasked with breaking the elusive 'Code Purple', a challenge that propels him through the ranks and earns him recognition as China's greatest code-breaker. However, when he makes a mistake, Jinzhen's world begins to unravel, plunging him into madness. This subtle and complex exploration of cryptography, politics, dreams, and their significance is both a gripping thriller and a nuanced portrayal of human frailty. With its authentic setting and deeply flawed yet brilliant protagonist, Decoded offers an unforgettable story of genius, brilliance, and the darker side of human nature.

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