The Talented Mr. Ripley

Interesting Facts

• The book is the first in a series of five novels about Tom Ripley, known as the «Ripliad».
• The main character, Tom Ripley, is one of the most famous antiheroes in literature, known for his amorality and manipulativeness.
• The novel explores themes of identity, ambition, and moral ambiguity, making it relevant even today.
• The book has been adapted into several films, including the well-known 1999 adaptation starring Matt Damon.
• Patricia Highsmith created the character of Tom Ripley, drawing inspiration from real crimes and psychological studies, adding depth and realism to the character.
• The novel was written in the 1950s, and its success helped establish Highsmith as one of the leading authors of psychological thrillers of her time.