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The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Constant Gardener by John le Carré Explored – Part 2
In this episode, novelist Scott O’Connor returns to continue our discussion of John le Carré’s novel The Constant Gardener.
We explore significant characters like Tessa and Arnold Bloom, discussing their roles and revelations about sexuality and societal norms in Kenya. We also talk about the moral complexities faced by Justin, and just what the one spy in the novel is up to.
Finally we chat about the movie and what we think about a potential TV version of the novel. What would a modern reinterpretation of the novel in the post-pandemic context would look...2025-06-2452 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Constant Gardener by John le Carré Explored – Part 1
In this episode, creative writing teacher and acclaimed writer Scott O’Connor joins to explore the layered complexities of John le Carré’s novel The Constant Gardener. The discussion ranges from O’Connor’s initial discovery of le Carrés works while researching for his own novel, Half World, to the idea that readers often connect with books differently depending on their life’s circumstances.
We look at the thematic elements of The Constant Gardener, such as the focus on abusive systems, the development of characters like Justin and Tessa, and how le Carré’s storytelling and risk-taking mak...2025-06-0954 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Legacy of Spies by John le Carre Explored – Part 2
In the latest episode of the le Carré Cast, host Jeff continues his discussion with Mark Meynell about the themes and narrative intricacies of John le Carré’s A Legacy of Spies.
The conversation explores how le Carré revisits and deconstructs the world and characters he created in The Spy Who Came in From the Cold, revealing the bleak and ultimately futile nature of the spy operations depicted. They discuss the nuanced portrayal of characters like George Smiley, the overarching themes of distrust and ambiguity, and the broader implications of these themes in today’s sociopolitical climate. Additio...2025-05-2644 min
Spybrary Spy PodcastBreaking John le Carré news: George Smiley Returns: New Novel Announced, Plus The Spy Who Came in From the Cold Heads to West End Fans of George Smiley, John le Carré’s legendary spymaster, have reason to celebrate. In a rare double coup for the espionage world, Nick Harkaway—le Carré’s son—has announced The Taper Man, a new Smiley novel arriving in 2026, while The Spy Who Came in From the Cold will receive its first-ever stage adaptation in the West End this autumn. The announcement marks a major return of the “Circus,” le Carré’s iconic fictionalised British intelligence service, and the literary rebirth of one of spy fiction’s most enduring characters. Join Spybrary - the...2025-05-2106 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Legacy of Spies by John le Carre Explored – Part 1
In this episode of the le Carré Cast, host Jeff speaks with Mark Meynell, a freelance writer and author of ten non-fiction books, about his transition to writing fiction and his recent book, ‘A Wilderness of Mirrors.’
The discussion covers Mark’s discovery of John le Carré’s works, particularly A Legacy of Spies. They delve into the themes of espionage, secrecy, and the moral complexities of the Cold War as portrayed in le Carré’s novels. The conversation also touches on the cultural impact of le Carré’s recurring characters and broader societal issues such as public inquir...2025-05-1245 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsBen H. Winters on reading John le Carre
In this episode I speak to author Ben H. Winters about his Crime Reads article “In Praise of Reading Le Carré’s Entire Oeuvre In Order”.
We talk about the joys of reading an author’s work from start to finish, the connection between author and reader as well as The Looking Glass War as The Bad News Bears.
All that and much more in this episode.
P.S. Yes, there was a SNL skit that contemplated “What if Eleanor Roosevelt could fiy?”
Ben’s article on reading John le Carré is here.
...2025-02-0453 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsAbsolute Friends by John le Carré Explored Part 2
In this episode we continue to look at John le Carré’s 2003 novel, Absolute Friends.
Shane Whaley, host of the Spybrary podcast, is back to break down all of the action in this novel.
We talk about the dramatic end of the novel, Mundy and Sasha’s motives and talk about the dangers of entrapment.
Plus, an unexpected change in point of view that le Carré deploys at the end of the book?
All that and much more in this episode.
Find Part 1 here.
God’s Spies by Eliza...2024-12-0943 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsAbsolute Friends by John le Carré Explored Part 2
In this episode we continue to look at John le Carré’s 2003 novel, Absolute Friends.
Shane Whaley, host of the Spybrary podcast, is back to break down all of the action in this novel.
We talk about the dramatic end of the novel, Mundy and Sasha’s motives and talk about the dangers of entrapment.
Plus, an unexpected change in point of view that le Carré deploys at the end of the book?
All that and much more in this episode.
Find Part 1 here.
God’s Spies by Eliza...2024-12-0900 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsAbsolute Friends by John le Carré Explored Part 1
In this episode we look at John le Carré’s 2003 novel, Absolute Friends.
Shane Whaley, host of the Spybrary podcast joins the show to look at one of his favorite le Carré novels.
We talk about the enigma that is Absolute Friends lead character Ted Mundy. How many trips over the wall does it take to get a gold watch from MI6? And do all tour guides make good spies? Plus, Lutheran pastor Stasi spies!
All that and much more in this episode.
We’ll be back in two weeks for part 2...2024-11-2645 min
Enjoy The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by John Le Carré, Nick HarkawayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: John Le Carré, Nick Harkaway
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on...2024-10-2410h 42Get Lost In This Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by Nick Harkaway, John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: Nick Harkaway, John Le Carré
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on a m...2024-10-2410h 42Savor An Addictive Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by John Le Carré, Nick HarkawayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: John Le Carré, Nick Harkaway
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Legal & Political
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on...2024-10-2410h 42Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Literature, Literary FictionKarla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by John Le Carré, Nick HarkawayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: John Le Carré, Nick Harkaway
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on...2024-10-2410h 42
Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalKarla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by John Le Carré, Nick HarkawayPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel Author: John Le Carré, Nick Harkaway Narrator: Simon Russell Beale Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 42 minutes Release date: October 24, 2024 Genres: Legal & Political Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes onl...2024-10-2405 minListen to New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalKarla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by John Le Carré, Nick HarkawayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: John Le Carré, Nick Harkaway
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Legal & Political
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on...2024-10-2410h 42
Get Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageKarla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by Nick Harkaway, John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel Author: Nick Harkaway, John Le Carré Narrator: Simon Russell Beale Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 42 minutes Release date: October 24, 2024 Genres: Espionage Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on...2024-10-2405 minGet Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageKarla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel by Nick Harkaway, John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/768825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Karla's Choice: A John le Carré Novel
Author: Nick Harkaway, John Le Carré
Narrator: Simon Russell Beale
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: October 24, 2024
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. A gripping new novel set in the universe of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he has eyes only on a m...2024-10-2410h 42
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Honourable Schoolboy by John le Carré Explored Part 3
In this episode we continue our look at John le Carré’s 1977 novel, The Honourable Schoolboy. Find Part 1 here and Part 2 here.
Writer Paul French returns to the show for our epic finale looking at The Honourable Schoolboy.
We talk more about the politics of Southeast Asia in the 1970’s, Jeff throws out his crazy fanboy theories and did Janet Leigh Carr really happen? Plus could The Honourable Schoolboy ever be filmed?
All that and much more in this episode.
Paul’s Website – https://paulfrench.substack.com/
Paul’s article on...2024-10-1446 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Honourable Schoolboy by John le Carré Explored Part 2
In this episode we continue our look at John le Carré’s 1977 novel, The Honourable Schoolboy. Find Part 1 here.
Writer Paul French returns to the show to share his extensive knowledge of China and Hong Kong.
We talk about the political background surrounding China and the UK when THS was written, the Ko brothers, and ponder Lizzie Worthington. Plus what’s the deal with Jerry Westerby?
All that and much more in this episode.
Part 3
Paul’s Website – https://paulfrench.substack.com/
Paul’s article on le Carré – htt...2024-09-3000 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Honourable Schoolboy by John le Carré Explored Part 1
In this episode we begin our look at John le Carré’s 1977 novel, The Honourable Schoolboy.
I’m pleased to welcome writer Paul French to the show. Paul has extensive knowledge of China and Hong Kong and is the perfect person to discuss this particular novel.
We talk about where le Carré got his ideas for the opening scene of the novel, the politics of the time and some F.I.L.T.H. Plus the Hong Kong foreign correspondents club’s urinal?
All that and much more in this episode.
Part 22024-09-1741 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsIn Depth with Shaun McKenna: Adapting John le Carré for Radio
In this episode of The le Carré Cast, I interview acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Shaun McKenna. Sean discusses his journey into writing, his collaboration process for bringing le Carré’s complex characters to life on BBC Radio 4, and the challenges of adapting intricate novels for audio. about his adaptation of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and The Looking Glass War while highlighting Shaun’s eclectic career, including his involvement in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ musical. Sean also shares insights on the enduring appeal of audio drama in the UK and his current and upcoming projects.
Our previo...2024-08-0546 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Most Wanted Man by John le Carré Explored Part 2
In this episode we continue our look at John le Carré’s 2008 novel, A Most Wanted Man.
I’m pleased to welcome back poet Clarissa Aykroyd to the show.
If you missed Part 1, you can find it here.
We talk about parallels between the novel’s characters and another famous spy duo, Jackson Lamb and Catherine Standish from Mick Herron’s ‘Slough House’ series. The conversation highlights the novel’s exploration of complex characters, long-term espionage strategies, and critiques of American actions post-9/11. We also discuss the film adaptation’s strengths and weaknesses, particularly prai...2024-07-2238 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Most Wanted Man by John le Carré Explored Part 1
In this episode we look at John le Carré’s 2008 novel, A Most Wanted Man.
I’m pleased to welcome poet Clarissa Aykroyd to the show.
We talk through the motivations of the various players, whether le Carré succeeded at creating fully realized characters and le Carré’s difficult writing women.
All that and more in this episode.
Clarissa’s Website – https://thestoneandthestar.blogspot.com/
Clarissa’s Twitter – https://x.com/stoneandthestar
Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com
Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite
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The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsAdam Sisman on The Secret Life of John le Carré – Interview
This episode I’m excited to welcome John le Carré’s biographer Adam Sisman to the show.
We discuss his latest book The Secret Life of John le Carré which looks at le Carré affairs which Sisman left out of his previous biography.
Topics include why Sisman felt he needed to write this new book, the push and pull between biographer and subject, le Carré and Bond, and Sisman’s affection for le Carré.
All that and more in this episode.
Come back in two weeks for our next episode.
Sisman’s...2023-10-211h 02
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Private Spy: The letters of John le Carré Explored Part 3
We continue our three part look at A Private Spy: The letters of John le Carré edited by Tim Cornwell. In part 3 we’ll be talking about what we learned about le Carré’s novels.
Returning to discuss the book is Guillam groupie, Matthew Bradford., we discuss le Carrê on James Bond, The Night Manager adapations, and Ludlum-esque title of The China Target.
Plus, Matthew makes his pitch to be the editor of an annotated release of le Carré’s film scripts! Le Carré estate, if you’re listening, I’ll get you his number.
All that...2023-10-061h 01
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Private Spy: The letters of John le Carré Explored Part 2
We continue our three part look at A Private Spy: The letters of John le Carré edited by Tim Cornwell. In part 2 we’ll be talking about what we learned about le Carré’s professional life.
Returning to discuss the book is Circus cognoscente, Matthew Bradford.
We discuss le Carré’s feudin’ and fightin’ with critics and friends, his input on cover art, and his love/hate relationship with film adaptions. Plus, why Silverview was terrible to release when written but the perfect posthumous novel!
All that and more in this episode.
Matthew’s t...2023-09-2248 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsSecret and Beyond – John le Carré’s battle with book titles
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We are back with a look at some of John le Carré’s unused book titles. These have been gathered from Adam Sisman’s biography, John le Carré: A Life, as well as a few from A Private Spy: The letters of John le Carré.
For more on spy book titles, listen to this episode of Spybrary where I speak with author Jeremy Duns on the difficulty of picking a book title – Title Fight! The good, the bad and the ugly of spy book...2023-01-0100 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsTop 5 letters in A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré
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We are back with a look at the new release A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré. I’m pleased to welcome Steven Ritterman, one of the foremost collectors of le Carré in the world, to the show.
Steven reveals his top five letters from the recently released book. We talk about the letters as well as a bit about what else the estate may end up releasing. All that and more in this episode!
Steven’s Top Five...2022-12-0600 min
Feel This Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook — Perfect In The Car.A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569482to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 16 hours 4 minutes
Release date: December 6, 2022
Genres: History & Culture
Publisher's Summary:
An archive of letters written by the late John le Carré, giving readers access to the intimate thoughts of one of the greatest writers of our time The never-before-seen correspondance of John le Carré, one of the most important novelists of our generation, are collected in this beautiful volume. During his lifetime, le Carré wrote numerous letters to wr...2022-12-064h 04
Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureA Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569482 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré Author: John Le Carré Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 16 hours 4 minutes Release date: December 6, 2022 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: An archive of letters written by the late John le Carré, giving readers access to the intimate thoughts of one of the greatest writers of our time The never-before-seen correspondance of John le Carré, one of the most important novelists of our generation, are collected in this beautiful volume. During his lifetime, le Carré wrote numerous lette...2022-12-0610 min
Discover Top Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureA Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569482 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré Author: John Le Carré Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 16 hours 4 minutes Release date: December 6, 2022 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: An archive of letters written by the late John le Carré, giving readers access to the intimate thoughts of one of the greatest writers of our time The never-before-seen correspondance of John le Carré, one of the most important novelists of our generation, are collected in this beautiful volume. During his lifetime, le Carré wrote numerous lette...2022-12-0610 minGrab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Literature, Essays & AnthologiesA Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/569482to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 16 hours 4 minutes
Release date: December 6, 2022
Genres: Essays & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
An archive of letters written by the late John le Carré, giving readers access to the intimate thoughts of one of the greatest writers of our time The never-before-seen correspondance of John le Carré, one of the most important novelists of our generation, are collected in this beautiful volume. During his lifetime, le Carré wrote numerous letters to wr...2022-12-064h 04
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsJohn le Carré’s London
We talk with Richard Hutt the writer of the new map titled John le Carré’s London from Herb Lester Associates. We talk about his previous map, The Secret City, reading le Carré in lockdown, the difficulties and joys in finding locations le Carré used in his novels and challenge the listener to find le Carré’s favorite bench. All that and more in this episode.
Show Notes:
John le Carré’s London Map at Herb Lester Associates
The Secret City map at Herb Lester Associates
Richard recreating le Carré’s sitting on Ham...2022-10-3100 min
Kulturlivet med Gunnar BolinTarik Saleh: "John le Carré fick mig att skriva om hela mitt filmmanus"När författaren John le Carré dog, läste regissören Tarik Saleh om böckerna och det fick stora konsekvenser: "Trots att allt var klart och alla sa nej, ändrade jag mitt färdiga manus till Boy from heaven!" Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. JOHN LE CARRÉ – EN AV DE FRÄMSTA THRILLERFÖRFATTARNAJohn le Carré (1931-2020) hette egentligen David Cornwell. Han föddes i England och hade en stökig barndom med en pappa som var bedragare och mamman lämnade familjen när David var fem år. F...2022-10-2942 min
Absorb The Most Unforgettable Full Audiobook Today!A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré 1945-2020 by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/574477to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré 1945-2020
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 16 hours 4 minutes
Release date: October 13, 2022
Genres: Essays & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. John le Carré was a defining writer of his time. From The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, which changed our understanding of the secret agent from guns and Martinis to shadows and moral ambiguity, to Agent Running in the Field, in which modern Britain is mired in political corruption, he...2022-10-134h 04Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Literature, Essays & AnthologiesA Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré 1945-2020 by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/574477to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré 1945-2020
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Florence Pugh, David Harewood
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 16 hours 4 minutes
Release date: October 13, 2022
Genres: Essays & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. John le Carré was a defining writer of his time. From The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, which changed our understanding of the secret agent from guns and Martinis to shadows and moral ambiguity, to Agent Running in the Field, in which modern Britain is mired in political corruption, he...2022-10-134h 04
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Small Town in Germany by John le Carré Explored Part 2
In this episode we finish our look at A Small Town in Germany, John le Carré’s fifth novel.
Returning to discuss the book is espionage author James Wolff.
We discuss how his treatment of female characters, whether this is a Agatha Christie novel in disguise and whether this could ever be adapted for television? Plus, what’s up with that epilogue?
All that and more in this episode.
Read James’ writing for the website Crime Reads here. Included is his article “Can contemporary spy novels ever live up to the Cold War...2022-09-1300 min
Behind the BookshelvesCollecting John le CarreOur guest is Steven Ritterman, who joins us from New York. Steven has a collection of more than 300 John le Carré books, including first editions, signed copies, galleys and variants. John le Carré - who died in 2020 - is best known for his spy novels, particularly The Spy Who Came in from the Cold and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. Le Carré wrote from a position of experience, having worked for the British security services in the 1950s and 1960s. Steven describes his quest for the complete le Carré collection, which includes meeting the author at a New York book signing even...2022-08-2937 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Small Town in Germany by John le Carré Explored Part 1
In this episode we look at A Small Town in Germany, the novel that comes midway between John le Carré’s breakout success – The Spy Who Came in from the Cold – and the novel that solidified his place as one of the world’s best spy novelists – Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.
I’m joined to discuss the novel by espionage author James Wolff.
We discuss how this novel is much darker than other le Carré work, whether le Carré hates all the characters he’s writing about and just how many interrogations can you squeeze into one novel? P...2022-08-2900 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsCollecting John le Carré
We talk with one of the foremost collectors of John le Carré novels, Steven Ritterman, whose collection of pristine le Carré editions numbers over 300 items. We learn about the Haycroft-Queen list, rare signed editions, and Steve’s undercover mission to meet le Carré himself.
All that plus talk on champagne toasts with Otto Penzler, meeting Eric Ambler, literal juggling balls, and a little Silverview talk from a couple of le Carré collectors.
Show Notes:
The Mysterious Bookshop – https://www.mysteriousbookshop.com/
Profile of Otto Penzler – https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/otto-penzler-mystery-bookstore
The Otto Penz...2022-06-281h 13
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Looking-Glass War by John le Carré Explored Part 2
Find Part One Here.
In this episode we continue to take a deep dive into the intricacies of one of John le Carré’s most unjustly overlooked novels – The Looking-Glass War.
I’m again joined by critic and author Jeremy Duns. We talk class and Britain’s role in the world, how the book could be adapted for television, and Jeff’s tin hatted theory connecting this novel to The Night Manager1?!
All that and much more in this episode.
Read Jeremy’s Times article for free here.
John le Carré spea...2022-05-2400 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsThe Looking-Glass War by John le Carré Explored Part 1
In this episode we take a deep dive into the intricacies of one of John le Carré’s most unjustly overlooked novels – The Looking-Glass War.
I’m joined by critic and author Jeremy Duns. We talk about weird relationships, how the book is a proto-Slow Horses, and get the first ever comparison of le Carré and the band Nirvana?!?
All that and much more in this episode.
Read Jeremy’s Times article for free here.
John le Carré speaks with Martin Muggeridge for Intimations program in 1966.
Le Carré’s Landscape by T...2022-04-1800 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsSilverview by John le Carré Explored Part 4 – Episode 11
In the final episode of this four part look at Silverview Matthew Bradford and I continue to discuss John le Carré’s final complete novel.
We discuss the climatic conclusion of Silverview!
We also talk about where Silverview fits among le Carré’s work and some talk on collecting the book.
All that and much more in this episode.
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The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsSilverview by John le Carré Explored Part 3 – Episode 10
In Part three of this four part look at Silverview Matthew Bradford and I continue to discuss John le Carré’s final complete novel. In this third part we explore the plot and espionage in the novel.
We discuss the way betrayal is different in this novel, what’s up with Edward’s creepy obsession with basements, and did le Carré consider Edward a hacker?
Plus we talk about how Silverview is the culmination of le Carré’s love of the fax machine.
All that and much more in this episode.
History of...2022-01-2040 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsSilverview by John le Carré Explored Part 2 – Episode 9
In Part two of this four part look at Silverview Matthew Bradford and I continue to discuss John le Carré’s final complete novel. In our second part we talk about the settings of the novel.
We discuss le Carré success in capturing life in a coastal town, the connection between W.G. Sebald’s The Rings of Saturn and Silverview, and why East Anglia loves it’s abandoned airfields.
Plus we talk about when le Carré shifted from Circus to Service and the most awkward dinner party ever. All that and much more in this epis...2022-01-1300 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsSilverview by John le Carré Explored Part 1 – Episode 8
In Part one of this four part look at Silverview I welcome back Matthew Bradford to discuss John le Carré’s final complete novel. In our first part we talk about the main characters in this novel.
We discuss surprise over the speedy release of the novel, how this novel revisits many of le Carré’s favorite character archetypes and whether his character names are a bit too on the nose.
Plus we talk how much of this novel is drawn from life, how well drawn his female characters are this time around and do the bo...2022-01-0638 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsCall for the Dead by John le Carré Explored Part 2 – Episode 7
In Part Two of this deep dive into Call for the Dead I welcome back guest Bee to discuss John le Carré’s first novel. We continue to get lots of hot takes on the novel from someone who has done a very close reading of le Carré’s work, but especially Call for the Dead.
We discuss how le Carrê views espionage versus police work, Smiley’s masculinity, and just what is really going on between Smiley and Frey.
Plus we decide whether Guillam is a fool and how interconnected all of le Carré’s characters...2021-12-2346 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsCall for the Dead by John le Carré Explored Part 1 – Episode 5
In Part One of this deep dive into Call for the Dead I welcome guest Bee to discuss John le Carré’s first novel. In this provocative conversation we get plenty of hot takes on the novel from someone who has done a very close reading of all of le Carré’s work, but especially Call for the Dead.
We discuss how Smiley is different in this first novel from later books, le Carré’s portrayal of Jewish characters and George and Ann’s relationship.
Plus Steed-Asprey’s terrible gift giving, whether Call for the Dead is a goo...2021-11-1200 min
The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsA Murder of Quality by John le Carré – Explored – Episode 4
In this episode I am joined by Matthew Bradford of doubleOsection.blogspot.com to do a deep exploration of the sometimes overlooked John le Carré novel A Murder of Quality.
We discuss private schools, religion in the UK and just how deep George Smiley’s cruel streak runs.
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The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsJohn le Carré – A rememberance – Episode 3
Just after the passing away of John le Carré in December 2020, I spoke with Matthew Bradford of double0section.blogspot.com about le Carrê’s impact on espionage fiction.
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The le Carré Cast - A podcast on John le Carré novelsHis Secret Sharer – The hidden truths of John le Carré – Episode 2
In this episode I provide an introduction to the world’s most famous spy writer.
John le Carré began writing novels as a way to relieve the boredom of his duties as an upper-class raised British diplomat. That was what the world was told. The reality was that he wrote under a pseudonym; in truth he was a spy for MI6. His ability to live two lives at once was what made him both a successful spy as well as one of the most famous espionage novelists of all time.
Much of the research came fro...2021-10-1415 min
Spybrary Spy PodcastRIP John le Carré -His Secret Sharer: The Hidden Truths of John le Carré (131)Tonight we report the sad news that John le Carre has passed away. Jeff Quest of Spywrite recorded this episode in 2019 looking at the life of John le Carre. Spybrary host Shane Whaley announces a special upcoming episode of Spybrary where he will broadcast your tributes to John le Carre. Record your tributes to John le Carre here.2020-12-1420 min
Immerse Yourself In The Award-Winning Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/365629to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 35 minutes
Release date: October 17, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.53 of Total 36
Ratings of Narrator: 4.88 of Total 17
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. Narrated by John le Carre. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Le Carré delivers a tale for our times . . . a demonstration of the British spy thriller at its unputdownable best' Robert McCrum, Observer Nat, a 47 year-old veteran of Britain's Secret Intelligence Ser...2019-10-179h 35Savor Your Day With A Best-Selling Full Audiobook.Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/365629to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 35 minutes
Release date: October 17, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.53 of Total 36
Ratings of Narrator: 4.88 of Total 17
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. Narrated by John le Carre. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Le Carré delivers a tale for our times . . . a demonstration of the British spy thriller at its unputdownable best' Robert McCrum, Observer Nat, a 47 year-old veteran of Britain's Secret Int...2019-10-179h 35Get Top Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageAgent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/365629to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 35 minutes
Release date: October 17, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.53 of Total 36
Ratings of Narrator: 4.88 of Total 17
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. Narrated by John le Carre. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Le Carré delivers a tale for our times . . . a demonstration of the British spy thriller at its unputdownable best' Robert McCrum, Observer Nat, a 47 year-old veteran of Britain's Secret Intelligence Ser...2019-10-179h 35
Get Top Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageAgent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/365629 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Agent Running in the Field: A BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club Pick Author: John Le Carré Narrator: John Le Carré Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 35 minutes Release date: October 17, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.53 of Total 36 Ratings of Narrator: 4.88 of Total 17 Genres: Espionage Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. Narrated by John le Carre. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Le Carré delivers a tale for our times . . . a demonstration of the British spy thriller at its unputdownable best' Robert McCrum, Observer Nat, a 47 year-old veteran of Britain's Secret Int...2019-10-1705 min
Spy WriteHis Secret Sharer: The Hidden Truths of John le Carré – Episode 1In this episode I provide an introduction to the world's most famous spy writer. John le Carré began writing novels as a way to relieve the boredom of his duties as an upper-class raised British diplomat. That was what the world was told. The reality was that he wrote under a pseudonym; in truth he was a spy for MI6. His ability to live two lives at once was what made him both a successful spy as well as one of the most famous espionage novelists of all time.
Much of the research came from Adam Sisman's essential b...2019-05-0154 minSpy WriteHis Secret Sharer: The Hidden Truths of John le Carré – Episode 1In this episode I provide an introduction to the world's most famous spy writer. John le Carré began writing novels as a way to relieve the boredom of his duties as an upper-class raised British diplomat. That was what the world was told. The reality was that he wrote under a pseudonym; in truth he was a spy for MI6. His ability to live two lives at once was what made him both a successful spy as well as one of the most famous espionage novelists of all time.
Much of the research came from Adam Sisman's essential b...2019-05-0100 min
Immerse Yourself In The Award-Winning Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!A Legacy of Spies by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/303698to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Legacy of Spies
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Tom Hollander
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 29 minutes
Release date: September 7, 2017
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.21 of Total 24
Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 7
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. Chosen as a Book of the Year in The Times Literary Supplement, the Evening Standard, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, The Times 'A brilliant novel of deception, love and trust to join his supreme cannon' Evening St...2017-09-078h 29Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageA Legacy of Spies by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/303698to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Legacy of Spies
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Tom Hollander
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 29 minutes
Release date: September 7, 2017
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.21 of Total 24
Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 7
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. Chosen as a Book of the Year in The Times Literary Supplement, the Evening Standard, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, The Times 'A brilliant novel of deception, love and trust to join his supreme cannon' Evening St...2017-09-078h 29
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageA Legacy of Spies by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/303698 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Legacy of Spies Author: John Le Carré Narrator: Tom Hollander Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 29 minutes Release date: September 7, 2017 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.21 of Total 24 Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 7 Genres: Espionage Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. Chosen as a Book of the Year in The Times Literary Supplement, the Evening Standard, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, The Times 'A brilliant novel of deception, love and trust to join his supreme cannon' Ev...2017-09-0705 min
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageA Legacy of Spies Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: A Legacy of Spies
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Tom Hollander
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-07-17
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Penguin presents the unabridged downloadable audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. This is the first novel in over 25 years to feature George Smiley, le Carré's most beloved character.
Peter Guillam, staunch colleague and disciple of George Smiley of the Bri...2017-09-078h 28Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseA Legacy of Spies by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/303698to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Legacy of Spies
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: Tom Hollander
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 29 minutes
Release date: September 7, 2017
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.21 of Total 24
Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 7
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. Chosen as a Book of the Year in The Times Literary Supplement, the Evening Standard, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, The Times 'A brilliant novel of deception, love and trust to join his supreme cannon' Evening St...2017-09-078h 29
Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseA Legacy of Spies by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/303698 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Legacy of Spies Author: John Le Carré Narrator: Tom Hollander Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 29 minutes Release date: September 7, 2017 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.21 of Total 24 Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 7 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Legacy of Spies by John le Carré, read by Tom Hollander. Chosen as a Book of the Year in The Times Literary Supplement, the Evening Standard, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, The Times 'A brilliant novel of deception, love and trust to join his supreme cannon' Ev...2017-09-0705 min
Audiobooks in Biography & MemoirThe Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life: NOW A MAJOR APPLE TV MOTION PICTURE by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/269103 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life: NOW A MAJOR APPLE TV MOTION PICTURE Author: John Le Carré Narrator: John Le Carré Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 47 minutes Release date: September 8, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.82 of Total 17 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 4 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of The Pigeon Tunnel. Written and read by John le Carré. 'Out of the secret world I once knew, I have tried to make a theatre for the larger worlds we inhabit. First comes the ima...2016-09-0805 min
Get Popular Authors Audiobooks in Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & MusiciansThe Pigeon Tunnel Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Pigeon Tunnel
Subtitle: Stories from My Life
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-06-16
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 369 votes
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Publisher's Summary:
"Out of the secret world I once knew, I have tried to make a theatre for the larger worlds we inhabit. First comes the imagining, then the search for reality. Then back to the imagining, and to the desk where I'm sitting no...2016-09-0711h 36
Embrace The Mind-Blowing Full Audiobook Experience!The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/270369to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 36 minutes
Release date: September 6, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.08 of Total 12
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 4
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
DON’T MISS THE PIGEON TUNNEL DOCUMENTARY—IN SELECT THEATERS AND STREAMING ON AppleTV+ OCTOBER 20TH! “Recounted with the storytelling élan of a master raconteur—by turns dramatic and funny, charming, tart and melancholy.” –Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times The New York Times bestselling memoir from John le Carré, the legendary au...2016-09-0611h 36Full Audiobook in Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & MusiciansThe Pigeon Tunnel by John le Carré | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Pigeon Tunnel
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-06-16
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Summary:
"Out of the secret world I once knew, I have tried to make a theatre for the larger worlds we inhabit. First comes the imagining, then the search for reality. Then back to the imagining, and to the desk where I'm sitting now."
From his years serving in British Intelligence during the Cold War, to a ca...2016-09-0611h 36
Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsThe Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life by John Le CarréPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/270369 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life Author: John Le Carré Narrator: John Le Carré Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 36 minutes Release date: September 6, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.08 of Total 12 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 4 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: DON’T MISS THE PIGEON TUNNEL DOCUMENTARY—IN SELECT THEATERS AND STREAMING ON AppleTV+ OCTOBER 20TH! “Recounted with the storytelling élan of a master raconteur—by turns dramatic and funny, charming, tart and melancholy.” –Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times The New York Times bestselling memoir from John le Carré, the lege...2016-09-0605 minAccess Must-Have Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsThe Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/270369to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 36 minutes
Release date: September 6, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.08 of Total 12
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 4
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
DON’T MISS THE PIGEON TUNNEL DOCUMENTARY—IN SELECT THEATERS AND STREAMING ON AppleTV+ OCTOBER 20TH! “Recounted with the storytelling élan of a master raconteur—by turns dramatic and funny, charming, tart and melancholy.” –Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times The New York Times bestselling memoir from John le Carré, the legendary au...2016-09-0611h 36
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Night Manager (TV Tie-In Edition) Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Night Manager (TV Tie-In Edition)
Subtitle: A Novel
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: David Case
Format: Unabridged
Length: 18 hrs and 27 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-31-16
Publisher: Random House Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
New York Times Best Seller
A New York Times Notable Book
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John le Carré, the legendary author of sophisticated spy thrillers, is at the top of his game in this classic novel of a world in chaos.
With th...2016-05-316h 27
Full Audiobook in Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & MusiciansJohn le Carré by Adam Sisman | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: John le Carré
Author: Adam Sisman
Narrator: Michael Page
Format: Unabridged
Length: 25 hrs and 46 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-03-15
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Summary:
In this definitive biography - blessed by John le Carré himself - Adam Sisman reveals the man behind the bestselling persona. In John le Carré, Sisman shines a spotlight on David Cornwell, an expert at hiding in plain sight - "born to lying," he wrote in 2002, "bred to it, trained to it by an industry that lies for a l...2015-11-031h 46
Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Tailor of Panama (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréPlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: The Tailor of Panama (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Harry Pendel, tailor and spy, decides to take matters into his own hands by deceiving everyone and masterminding a scheme so brilliant that his life careens into a deadly game of politics and deception, in a humorous and fast-paced th...2015-10-015h 58
Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageOur Game (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréPlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: Our Game (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
With the Cold War fought and won, British spymaster Tim Cranmer accepts early retirement to rural England and a new life with his alluring young mistress, Emma.
But when both Emma and Cranmer's star double agent and lifelong rival, Larry Pettifer, di...2015-10-016h 17
Discover Best Sellers Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Little Drummer Girl (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Little Drummer Girl (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
In this enthralling and thought-provoking novel of Middle Eastern intrigue, Charlie, a brilliant and beautiful young actress, is lured into 'the theatre of the real' by an Israeli intelligence officer.
Forced to play her ultimate role, she is plunged into a deceptive and delicate trap set to ensnare an elusive Pa...2015-10-015h 47
Discover Best Sellers Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Night Manager (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Night Manager (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
In the shadowy recesses of Whitehall and Washington, an unholy alliance operates between the intelligence community and the secret arms trade. Jonathan Pine is ready to stand up and be counted in the fight against this ultimate heart of darkness. His mission takes him from the cliffs of west Cornwall, via No...2015-10-013h 59
Get Legally New Releases of Full Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageCall for the Dead (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: Call for the Dead (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
The first of his peerless novels of Cold War espionage and international intrigue, Call for the Dead is also the debut of John le Carré's masterful creation George Smiley.
George Smiley had liked the man, and now the man was dead. Suicide. But why? An anonymous letter had alleged that Foreign Office man...2015-10-012h 14
Discover Best Sellers Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageA Small Town in Germany (Abridged) Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: A Small Town in Germany (Abridged)
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-15
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Set against the threat of a German-Soviet alliance, John le Carré's A Small Town in Germany is a superb chronicle of Cold War paranoia and political compromise.
The British Embassy in Bonn is up in arms. Her Majesty's financially troubled government is seeking admission to Europe's Common Market jus...2015-10-012h 50
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageA Delicate Truth Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: A Delicate Truth
Subtitle: A Novel
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 31 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-07-13
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 597 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
A Delicate Truth opens in 2008. A counter-terrorist operation, codenamed Wildlife, is being mounted on the British crown colony of Gibraltar. Its purpose: to capture and abduct a high-value jihadist arms buyer. Its authors: an ambitious Foreign Office Minister, a private defense contractor who is also his bosom fr...2013-05-0710h 31
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Title: A Delicate Truth
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 32 minutes
Release date: April 25, 2013
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.37 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 4.56 of Total 9
Genres: Legal & Political
Publisher's Summary:
A counter-terror operation, codenamed Wildlife, is being mounted in Britain's most precious colony, Gibraltar. Its purpose: to capture and abduct a high-value jihadist arms-buyer. Its authors: an ambitious Foreign Office Minister, and a private defence contractor who is also his close friend. So delicate is the operation that even the Minister's Private Secretary, To...2013-04-2510h 32Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalA Delicate Truth by John Le CarréPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/237605to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Delicate Truth
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 32 minutes
Release date: April 25, 2013
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.37 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 4.56 of Total 9
Genres: Legal & Political
Publisher's Summary:
A counter-terror operation, codenamed Wildlife, is being mounted in Britain's most precious colony, Gibraltar. Its purpose: to capture and abduct a high-value jihadist arms-buyer. Its authors: an ambitious Foreign Office Minister, and a private defence contractor who is also his close friend. So delicate is the operation that even the Minister's Private Secretary, To...2013-04-2510h 32
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Title: A Delicate Truth
Author: John Le Carré
Narrator: John Le Carré
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 32 minutes
Release date: April 25, 2013
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.37 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 4.56 of Total 9
Genres: Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
A counter-terror operation, codenamed Wildlife, is being mounted in Britain's most precious colony, Gibraltar. Its purpose: to capture and abduct a high-value jihadist arms-buyer. Its authors: an ambitious Foreign Office Minister, and a private defence contractor who is also his close friend. So delicate is the operation that even the Minister's Private Secretary, Toby Be...2013-04-2510h 32
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Looking Glass War Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Looking Glass War
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins
Language: English
Release date: 02-21-13
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 302 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
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It would have been an easy job for the Circus: a can of film couriered from Helsinki to London. In the past the Circus handled all things political, while the Department dealt with matters military. But the Department has been moribund since the War, its resources siphoned away. Now, one o...2013-02-219h 05
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageJohn le Carré Value Collection Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: John le Carré Value Collection
Subtitle: Tailor of Panama, Our Game, and Night Manager
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 16 hrs and 11 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-30-13
Publisher: Random House Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 219 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
This collection is sure to please avid LeCarre fans and new listeners alike.
Includes: Night Manager, Tailor of Panama, and Our Game.
Night Manager: Enter the new world of post-Cold War espionage. Penetrate the secret world of ruthless arm...2013-01-304h 11How to Get Full Audiobook in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageJohn le Carré Value Collection by John le Carré | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: John le Carré Value Collection
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 16 hrs and 11 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-30-13
Publisher: Random House Audio
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Summary:
This collection is sure to please avid LeCarre fans and new listeners alike.
Includes: Night Manager, Tailor of Panama, and Our Game.
Night Manager: Enter the new world of post-Cold War espionage. Penetrate the secret world of ruthless arms dealers and drug smugglers who have risen to unthinkable power and wealth. The sinister master of the...2013-01-304h 11
Audio Book: The Silenced Majority: Stories of Uprisings, Occupations, Resistance and Hope"John Le Carre: Calling Out the Traitors." By Amy GoodmanAward-winning journalist and Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman records a podcast in conjunction with her weekly column, which you can read here: http://bit.ly/QBC5S
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John le Carré, the former British spy turned spy novelist, has some grave words for Tony Blair. More than seven years after the invasion of Iraq, the former British prime minister, now out of office and touring the world pushing his political memoir, is encountering serious protests at his book signings.
“I can’t understand that Blair has an afterlife at all. It seems...2012-12-1005 min
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Secret Pilgrim Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Secret Pilgrim
Subtitle: A George Smiley Novel
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 13 hrs and 8 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-05-12
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 221 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
After the Berlin Wall comes down and opens up new changes in Eastern Europe, John le Carre's stunning novel, The Secret Pilgrim, takes us behind the scenes into the former Cold War world.
Nothing is as it was. Old enemies embrace. The dark staging grounds of t...2012-11-051h 08
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Little Drummer Girl Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Little Drummer Girl
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins
Language: English
Release date: 07-13-12
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 253 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
You want to catch the lion, first you tether the goat.
On holiday in Mykonos, Charlie wants only sunny days and a brief escape from England's bourgeois dreariness. Then a handsome stranger lures the aspiring actress away from her pals - but his intentions are far from romantic. Joseph is a...2012-07-138h 17
Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Tailor of Panama Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Tailor of Panama
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins
Language: English
Release date: 07-10-12
Publisher: Random House Audio
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Le Carre's Panama is a Casablanca without heroes, a hotbed of drugs, laundered money and corruption. It is also the country which on December 31, 1999, will gain full control of the Panama Canal.
Seldom has the weight of politics descended so heavily on such a tiny and unprepared nation. And seldom ha...2012-07-105h 59
Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageThe Secret Pilgrim Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: The Secret Pilgrim
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 13 hrs and 6 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-13-11
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
George Smiley is one of the most brilliantly realised characters in British fiction. Bespectacled, tubby, eternally middle-aged, and deceptively ordinary, he has a mind like a steel trap and is said to possess 'the cunning of Satan and the conscience of a virgin'.
The Berlin Wall is down, the Cold War i...2011-12-131h 06
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 17 hrs and 10 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-11-11
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
The beautiful Tessa Quayle is murdered near Lake Turkana in northern Kenya, the birthplace of mankind. And her putative African lover and travelling companion has vanished from the scene of the crime. Tessas husband, a career diplomat and amateur gardener at the British High Commission in Nairobi, sets out on a p...2011-11-115h 10
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: James Fox, Harriet Walter, Julian Rhind-Tutt
Format: Original Recording
Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins
Language: English
Release date: 04-19-11
Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 39 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of the bestselling novel by John le Carré, starring James Fox, Harriet Walter and Julian Rhind-Tutt. Magnus Pym, Counsellor at the British Embassy, is hosting a dinner party at his home in Vienna when he receives an unexpected telephone call that wi...2011-04-193h 59
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 20 hrs and 15 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-25-10
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Lured by Israeli intelligence into the world of espionage, Charlie, a young actress, is plunged into a deceptive and delicate trap to ensnare an elusive Palestinian terrorist.
Members Reviews:
Glad I stuck it out.
I had to work at this one because the plot line was complex. J...2010-10-258h 15
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Robin Sachs
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-12-10
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 318 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
The unrivaled master of spy fiction returns with a taut and suspenseful of dirty money and dirtier politics.
For nearly half a century, John le Carre's limitless imagination has enthralled millions of readers, listeners, and moviegoers around the globe. From the cold war to the bitter fruits of colonialism to unrest in t...2010-10-1211h 38
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Michael Jayston
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-16-10
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 101 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Set in contemporary, recession gripped Britain, a left-leaning young Oxford academic and his barrister girlfriend take an off-peak holiday on the Caribbean island of Antigua. By seeming chance they bump into a Russian millionaire called Dima who owns a peninsula and a diamond-encrusted gold watch. He also h...2010-09-1611h 26
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: Roger Rees
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-07-08
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 367 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Annabel, an idealistic young German civil rights lawyer, determines to save Issa from deportation. Soon her client's survival becomes more important to her than her own career -- or safety. In pursuit of Issa's mysterious past, she confronts the incongruous Tommy Brue, the sixty-year-old scion of Brue Frère...2008-10-0711h 26
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Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 6 hrs
Language: English
Release date: 01-23-01
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 104 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
Publisher's Summary:
Tragedy elevates Justin Quayle, amateur gardener and ineffectual bureaucrat, seemingly oblivious to his wife's cause, when he wakes to his own resources and the extraordinary courage of the woman he barely had time to love.
Critic Reviews:
"Elegant style, rich characterization, and Graham Greenish exploration of moral ambiguity. [John le Carré's] sonorous voi...2001-01-2306 min
Listen to Popular Authors Full Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, EspionageSingle & Single Audiobook by John le CarréListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Single & Single
Author: John le Carré
Narrator: John le Carré
Format: Abridged
Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-14-00
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 62 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Espionage
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In Single & Single, the writer who both epitomizes and transcends the novel of espionage opens with a haunting set piece, then establishes a sequence of events whose connections are mysterious, complex, and compelling. This is a story of corrupt liaisons between criminal elements in the new Russian states and th...2000-12-146h 10