Our Man in Havana
Book Review
Graham Greene's novel «Our Man in Havana» is a brilliant satire on spy novels and the bureaucracy of intelligence services. Critics note that Greene masterfully combines elements of comedy and thriller, creating a captivating plot filled with irony and absurdity. The main character, Jim Wormold, a vacuum cleaner salesman, accidentally becomes a British intelligence agent, and his fabricated reports on espionage activities lead to unexpected consequences. Greene skillfully mocks the bureaucratic machine, showing how easily the system can be manipulated. Critics also emphasize that the novel, despite its lightness and humor, touches on serious themes such as the absurdity of war and human folly. Greene creates vivid and memorable characters, and his writing style is marked by precision and conciseness. «Our Man in Havana» remains relevant today, offering readers not only an entertaining read but also food for thought.
