
John Le Carre Omnibus
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John Le Carré
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Science Fiction
Format
Gebundene Ausgabe
Seiten
832
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Jan 1, 1979
Verlag
Heinemann/Octopus
Ausgabe
First Edition
ISBN-10
0905712315
ISBN-13
9780905712314
Beschreibung
In the masterful collection from John le Carré, readers are transported into the intricate worlds of espionage and betrayal, where moral ambiguity reigns and loyalties are tested. Each story unfolds a tapestry of intelligence operations, often set against the backdrop of the Cold War, inviting scrupulous reflection on the price of duty and the sacrifices made in the name of national security.
Among the gripping narratives is the tale of a disgraced spy maneuvering through the icy shadows of Berlin in "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold," revealing the true lengths to which individuals will go for survival. Following this, "Call for the Dead" draws readers into a haunting investigation, merging personal stakes with broader political implications, while "A Murder of Quality" offers a chilling mystery inside an elite boarding school.
The collection also delves into the subtleties of intelligence operations in "The Looking-Glass War" and the fraught political landscape of "A Small Town in Germany." Each story encapsulates le Carré’s unparalleled ability to blend thriller elements with thoughtful examinations of human nature and the treacherous terrain of international intrigue. Fans of suspense and layered storytelling will find themselves captivated by these seminal works.
Among the gripping narratives is the tale of a disgraced spy maneuvering through the icy shadows of Berlin in "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold," revealing the true lengths to which individuals will go for survival. Following this, "Call for the Dead" draws readers into a haunting investigation, merging personal stakes with broader political implications, while "A Murder of Quality" offers a chilling mystery inside an elite boarding school.
The collection also delves into the subtleties of intelligence operations in "The Looking-Glass War" and the fraught political landscape of "A Small Town in Germany." Each story encapsulates le Carré’s unparalleled ability to blend thriller elements with thoughtful examinations of human nature and the treacherous terrain of international intrigue. Fans of suspense and layered storytelling will find themselves captivated by these seminal works.
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