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I'm a longtime reader of the espionage genre --beginning as just a lad--and although I massively enjoyed all of John LeCarre's earlier works, the George Smiley series in particular--I must call out
"The Honourable Schoolboy"
for especial recognition.
This penultimate title of that series is really the triumph of LeCarre's career; the point at which he reached the full breadth and scope of his powers. Afterwards--although he enjoyed further achievements--I feel that he never again approaches ...more
This penultimate title of that series is really the triumph of LeCarre's career; the point at which he reached the full breadth and scope of his powers. Afterwards--although he enjoyed further achievements--I feel that he never again approaches ...more
While I admit that I am a dedicated admirer of John Le Carre as a writer, I also admire many other writers as well. So when I say that this is one of the most moving and important books I've ever read, that is a considered compliment and not just one out of devotion.
This story could be told in any context, it's really not about espionage as such. The story could be set in a neighbourhood, a business, a family, or a monastery. That has always been Le Carre's message to us as readers and his ambit ...more
This story could be told in any context, it's really not about espionage as such. The story could be set in a neighbourhood, a business, a family, or a monastery. That has always been Le Carre's message to us as readers and his ambit ...more
This Mr le Carre fellow really is very good.
For me, as good as 'Tinker, Tailor....' ...more
For me, as good as 'Tinker, Tailor....' ...more
Done finally. Amazing. A worthy successor to TTSS!
Sep 27, 2013
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