Some editions include the complete text plus added material such as essays by Greene, extended historical notes, literary criticism, and—in at least one edition—a new introductory essay by Robert Stone.
The book was originally published in 1956 and has been adapted for film twice.
They are categorized under Fiction and Literature, with the sub-genre listed as Classics.
Both listed results are paperback editions; one is presented as a Deluxe Classics edition and the other as a Critical Library edition.
Page counts in the listings vary, ranging from 180 to 544 pages.
Heights listed are 7.7 and 8.3 inches; widths 5.0 and 5.6 inches; depths 0.6 and 1.3 inches; and weights range from 0.53 to 0.85 pounds.
The story is narrated by Fowler and focuses on his relationship with the idealistic Alden Pyle and the woman they both become involved with.
