John le Carre: The Biography

Adam Sisman

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Publisher

Harper

Date

November 3, 2015

Biography
Non-Fiction

A biography of the internationally acclaimed author of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and A Perfect Spy.

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Positive Michiko Kakutani,
The New York Times

“In John le Carré: The Biography Mr. Sisman creates an insightful and highly readable portrait of a writer and a man who has often been as elusive and enigmatic as his fictional heroes.”

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Positive Adam Woog,
The Seattle Times

“Sisman’s portrait is cogent, tirelessly researched, and always absorbing. It’s also massive, and sometimes overly detailed.”

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Positive Robert McCrum,
The Guardian

“A fascinating truce between candour and guile.”

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