The release of the novel provoked a scandal, and Green was dubbed "the most anti-American writer." The idea of ​ ​ the novel "The Quiet American" appeared with Graham Green after he visited Indochina as a war correspondent for the London Times. The novel's release provoked a scandal, and Green was dubbed "the most anti-American writer." But time has put everything in its place: the novel has become a recognized classic, and the title of the novel has become a household name for American politicians who force Western values ​ ​ in third world countries. Vietnam of the early 50s of the twentieth century, Saigon. The jewel of Southeast Asia, a colonial paradise embraced by the flames of war. "Hawks" flew here from all parts of the world in the hope of grabbing a tidbit. Against the background of tough cynical politicians, a naive young man stands out - "quiet American" Alden Pyle, who dreams of bringing good and light to democracy around the world. However... - who said it? - "fear the Danians who bring gifts..."