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Discover a thrilling return to the Cold War with 'A Legacy of Spies' by John le Carre, a master of espionage fiction. This captivating novel, available in B-format paperback, dives into the world of intelligence and the haunting shadows of the past. Set against the backdrop of a turbulent era, the story follows Peter Guillam, a dedicated ally of George Smiley from the British Secret Service, known as 'the Circus'. After years of retirement on his family farmstead in Brittany, Peter receives an urgent letter prompting him to revisit London. What unfolds is a meticulously woven narrative that interlaces past and present, as Peter confronts the consequences of intelligence operations long forgotten by a new generation. As his Cold War past resurfaces, questions of accountability befuddle him; someone must pay for the sacrifices made in the name of security and the greater good. John le Carre's 'A Legacy of Spies', published by Penguin UK in 2018, spans 368 pages of gripping storytelling, making it a timeless piece for lovers of literary fiction and espionage narratives. This brand new edition comes with an ISBN of 9780241981610, ensuring authenticity. Don't miss your chance to dive into this unforgettable journey filled with suspense, betrayal, and the complexities of moral obligation. Order now to uncover the compelling world of spies and the legacy they leave behind. Delivery: We ensure prompt delivery for your convenience, maximizing your reading enjoyment.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241981610
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 368
Description:
For the first time in over 30 years, John le Carre returns to the Cold War in this thrilling masterpiece
Peter Guillam, staunch colleague and disciple of George Smiley of the British Secret Service, otherwise known as the Circus, has retired to his family farmstead on the south coast of Brittany when a letter from his old Service summons him to London. The reason? His Cold War past has come back to claim him. Intelligence operations that were once the toast of secret London are to be scrutinised by a generation with no memory of the Cold War. Somebody must be made to pay for innocent blood once spilt in the name of the greater good.
Interweaving past with present so that each may tell its own story, John le Carre has given us a novel of superb and enduring quality.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241981610
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 368
Description:
For the first time in over 30 years, John le Carre returns to the Cold War in this thrilling masterpiece
Peter Guillam, staunch colleague and disciple of George Smiley of the British Secret Service, otherwise known as the Circus, has retired to his family farmstead on the south coast of Brittany when a letter from his old Service summons him to London. The reason? His Cold War past has come back to claim him. Intelligence operations that were once the toast of secret London are to be scrutinised by a generation with no memory of the Cold War. Somebody must be made to pay for innocent blood once spilt in the name of the greater good.
Interweaving past with present so that each may tell its own story, John le Carre has given us a novel of superb and enduring quality.