The Russia House
by John le Carré
The Russia House by John le Carré holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 17.3K reader ratings. First published in 1989. The book spans 368 pages.
About The Russia House
John le Carre's bestselling classic is a timeless spy thriller about the Iron Curtain and the tense relationship between Great Britain and Russia.John le Carré has earned worldwide acclaim with extraordinary spy novels, including The Russia House, an unequivocal classic. Navigating readers through the shadow worlds of international espionage with critical knowledge culled from his years in British Intelligence, le Carré tracks the dark and devastating trail of a document that could profoundly alter the course of world events. In Moscow, a sheaf of military secrets changes hands. If it arrives at its destination, and if its import is understood, the consequences could be cataclysmic. Along the way it has an explosive impact on the lives of three people: a Soviet physicist burdened with secrets; a beautiful young Russian woman to whom the papers are entrusted; and Barley Blair, a bewildered English publisher pressed into service by British Intelligence to ferret out the document's source. A magnificent story of love, betrayal, and courage, The Russia House catches history in the act. For as the Iron Curtain begins to rust and crumble, Blair is left to sound a battle cry that may fall on deaf ears.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John le Carré |
| Published | 1989 |
| Pages | 368 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,293 |
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What genre is The Russia House?
The Russia House is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Russia House worth reading?
Based on 17.3K reader ratings, The Russia House has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Russia House?
The Russia House has 368 pages.
Who wrote The Russia House?
The Russia House was written by John le Carré. It was first published in 1989.
What is the ISBN for The Russia House?
The ISBN-13 for The Russia House is 9780743464670.0.
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