The Day of the Jackal: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

In a class by itself. Unputdownable' Sunday TimesOne of the most celebrated thrillers ever written, The Day of the Jackal is the electrifying story of an anonymous Englishman who in, the spring of 1963, was hired by Colonel Marc Rodin, Operations Chief of the O. A. S., to assassinate General de Gaulle.
Quick facts about The Day of the Jackal
- Title: The Day of the Jackal
- Author: Frederick Forsyth
- First published: 1971
- Genre: fiction, literature, assassination attempts
- OpenLibrary ID: OL7923819W
Where to read The Day of the Jackal
The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Day of the Jackal about?
In a class by itself.
Who wrote The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal was written by Frederick Forsyth.
When was The Day of the Jackal published?
The Day of the Jackal was first published in 1971.



