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Use of weapons

by Iain M. Banks

An agent for the Culture's Special Circumstances unit manipulates planetary destinies through political intrigue and military action. As he carries out his missions alongside a cynical drone, the traumatic secrets of his past are slowly uncovered.

Accession 36358 ISBN 0356191605 Publisher —
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