The Spy Who Came In from the Cold
by John le Carré
The Spy Who Came In from the Cold by John le Carré holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 37.6K reader ratings. First published in 1963. The book spans 224 pages.
About The Spy Who Came In from the Cold
In this classic, John le Carre's third novel and the first to earn him international acclaim, he created a world unlike any previously experienced in suspense fiction. With unsurpassed knowledge culled from his years in British Intelligence, le Carre brings to light the shadowy dealings of international espionage in the tale of a British agent who longs to end his career but undertakes one final, bone-chilling assignment. When the last agent under his command is killed and Alec Leamas is called back to London, he hopes to come in from the cold for good. His spymaster, Control, however, has other plans. Determined to bring down the head of East German Intelligence and topple his organization, Control once more sends Leamas into the fray -- this time to play the part of the dishonored spy and lure the enemy to his ultimate defeat.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John le Carré |
| Published | 1963 |
| Pages | 224 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Classics, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 37,557 |
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What genre is The Spy Who Came In from the Cold?
The Spy Who Came In from the Cold is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Spy Who Came In from the Cold worth reading?
Based on 37.6K reader ratings, The Spy Who Came In from the Cold has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Spy Who Came In from the Cold?
The Spy Who Came In from the Cold has 224 pages.
Who wrote The Spy Who Came In from the Cold?
The Spy Who Came In from the Cold was written by John le Carré. It was first published in 1963.
What is the ISBN for The Spy Who Came In from the Cold?
The ISBN-13 for The Spy Who Came In from the Cold is 9780743442530.0.
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