The Honourable Schoolboy
by John le Carré
The Honourable Schoolboy by John le Carré holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 9.3K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 589 pages.
About The Honourable Schoolboy
John le Carré's classic novels deftly navigate readers through the intricate shadow worlds of international espionage with unsurpassed skill and knowledge and have earned him -- and his hero, British Secret Service agent George Smiley -- unprecedented worldwide acclaim.In this classic masterwork, le Carré expands upon his extraordinary vision of a secret world as George Smiley goes on the attack.In the wake of a demoralizing infiltration by a Soviet double agent, Smiley has been made ringmaster of the Circus (aka the British Secret Service). Determined to restore the organization's health and reputation, and bent on revenge, Smiley thrusts his own handpicked operative into action. Jerry Westerby, "The Honourable Schoolboy," is dispatched to the Far East. A burial ground of French, British, and American colonial cultures, the region is a fabled testing ground of patriotic allegiances?and a new showdown is about to begin.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John le Carré |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 589 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,346 |
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What genre is The Honourable Schoolboy?
The Honourable Schoolboy is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Honourable Schoolboy worth reading?
Based on 9.3K reader ratings, The Honourable Schoolboy has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Honourable Schoolboy?
The Honourable Schoolboy has 589 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Honourable Schoolboy?
The Honourable Schoolboy was written by John le Carré. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for The Honourable Schoolboy?
The ISBN-13 for The Honourable Schoolboy is 9780743457910.0.
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