Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carré

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is about an ex-spy, George Smiley (codename Beggarman), who is dragged out of retirement, much to his relief, to weed out a Soviet mole in the British Intelligence Service. You've probably never seen the adage "Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer" put to better use than here, as Smiley tries to identify the double agent among former partners. There are other ingenious hints and facts about these cryptically named personalities that you may pick up on, allowing you to join Smiley in his quest to protect his nation.

From deception to sophisticated trickery, le Carré's espionage masterwork will not only keep you on the edge of your seat due to the persistent suspicion, but it will also provide some insight into the immense societal tension that prevailed in the 1970s at the height of the Cold War.

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