The Icarus Agenda by Robert Ludlum, a political thriller about a quiet congressman from Colorado drawn into a dangerous game of international espionage and hostage negotiations. When an American embassy is seized by terrorists with impossible demands, Ludlum builds a high-stakes story of secrets, betrayal, and the cost of power.
This is Ludlum's signature style—intricate plotting, political intrigue, and a protagonist who finds himself in over his head. For readers who collected his work in the 1980s or who want a solid entry point into his thrillers, this hardcover with dust jacket is readable and worth choosing.
Details
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Item: Novel hardcover
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Title: The Icarus Agenda
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Author: Robert Ludlum
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Publisher: Random House, Inc.
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Copyright: 1988
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Edition: First Edition
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Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
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Pages: 677
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Dimensions: 9.5" H × 6.5" W × 2" D
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ISBN: 0-394-54397-1
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Genre: Political thriller, espionage, suspense
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
- All pages intact and readable throughout
- Binding sound and secure
- Text block clean with no major stains
- Dust jacket present and intact
Issues / Wear
- Dust jacket shows spotting and age consistent with a 35+ year old book
- Page ends show some foxing and spotting as shown in photos
- Covers show expected shelf wear
See all photos for detail — sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
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Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
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Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
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Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
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Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.
Collector's Notes
Published in 1988 at the height of Ludlum's popularity, The Icarus Agenda is a sprawling political thriller set against Cold War tensions and international hostage crises.
This is perfect for readers collecting Ludlum's 1980s work, fans of political espionage fiction, or anyone who enjoyed his Bourne series and wants to explore his standalone thrillers.
The story of a congressman drawn into impossible negotiations makes this a solid page-turner for the thriller reader who values plot complexity and high stakes.
Ludlum fans know his books are built to be read and reread — this copy is ready for both.
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Care and Handling:
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