The Manchurian Candidate

Description

Sgt Raymond Shaw is a hero of the first order. He's an ex-prisoner of war who saved the life of his entire outfit, a winner of the Congressional Medal of Honor, the stepson of an influential senator ...and the perfect assassin. Brainwashed during his time as a POW he is a "sleeper", a living weapon to be triggered by a secret signal. He will act without question, no matter what order he is made to carry out. To stop Shaw, his former commanding officer must uncover the truth behind a twisted conspiracy of torture, betrayal and power that will lead to the highest levels of the government...

Promotion info

A true classic of the genre - now a major film starring Denzel Washington and Meryl Streep. Directed by Jonathan Demme. As compelling and disturbing as when it was first published, THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE continues to enthral readers with its electrifying action and shocking climax. 'Brilliant ... wild and exhilarating' The New Yorker. 'Apocalyptic ... Condon is wickedly skilful' Time. 'Savage ... frightening ... extraordinary' Kirkus. 'Shocking, tense ... high-grade adventure-suspense' San Francisco Chronicle. 'Original ... a breathlessly up-to-date thriller' New York Times

Author description

Richard Condon was born in New York City and worked in the movie business for twenty years before he started writing novels. In addition to THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE his bestsellers include PRIZZI'S HONOR. He died in 1996.