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Mystery & Thriller· United States

The Talented Mr. Ripley

by Patricia Highsmith
Aggregate Editorial Score58/100
★Edgar Award
Published 1955288 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley (1955) stands as one of the most significant works of mystery & thriller of its era. Tom Ripley, a small-time con man, is sent to Italy to retrieve a wealthy playboy and instead murders him, assumes his identity, and attempts to live his life. Highsmith's chilling psychological thriller is both a brilliant crime novel and a deep portrait of American class anxiety and the longing to be someone else. Themes of identity, class, murder run through the work. The book has received recognition from Edgar Award 1955.

Awards & Recognition

Edgar Award
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195542
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Patricia Highsmith
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Talented Mr. Ripley about?

Tom Ripley, a small-time con man, is sent to Italy to retrieve a wealthy playboy and instead murders him, assumes his identity, and attempts to live his life. Highsmith's chilling psychological thriller is both a brilliant crime novel and a deep portrait of American class anxiety and the longing to be someone else.

Who wrote The Talented Mr. Ripley?

The Talented Mr. Ripley was written by Patricia Highsmith, from United States. First published in 1955.

What awards has The Talented Mr. Ripley won?

The Talented Mr. Ripley has received the following awards and honours: Edgar Award 1955.

Is The Talented Mr. Ripley worth reading?

The Talented Mr. Ripley is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 42/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in identity, class, murder.