"The Talented Mr. Ripley" is a psychological thriller novel by Patricia Highsmith, first published on November 30, 1955. The story introduces the character of Tom Ripley, who returns in four subsequent novels. The novel is set in the 1950s and follows the story of Tom Ripley, a young man of great talent but questionable morals, who is sent to Italy to retrieve a wealthy American playboy, Dickie Greenleaf. However, Ripley becomes obsessed with Greenleaf's lifestyle and begins to assume his identity after Greenleaf's rejection. The novel delves into themes of identity, amorality, and the consequences of deceit. It has been adapted into several films and is considered a classic of American literature.
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