{"product_id":"smileys-people","title":"Smiley's People","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe concluding part of John le Carré's Karla Trilogy, \"Smiley's People,\" sees George Smiley confront his enemy, Karla, and uncover a Soviet defector's assassination on English soil. This leads him on a trail through Hamburg, Paris, and Berlin, culminating in a final showdown. The novel is praised for its skilled portrayal of intelligence and its exploration of the Cold War. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 432 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27 September 2018\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Penguin Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe celebrated Karla Trilogy by John le Carré reaches its thrilling conclusion with Smiley's People, where the legendary spy master George Smiley faces off against his formidable adversary in a climactic showdown. Following the assassination of a Soviet defector on British soil, George Smiley is recalled to the Circus to investigate and cover up the ensuing mess. However, what he uncovers leads him on a captivating journey through Hamburg, Paris, and Cold War Berlin, ultimately culminating in a final confrontation with his elusive nemesis, Karla.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis remarkable novel, hailed as an enormously skilled and satisfying work, has left an indelible mark on the literary world. Newsweek praises it as \"a kind of secular god of intelligence,\" while the New Yorker describes it as \"the seventh George Smiley novel.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn le Carré's mastery of character development and intricate plotlines is evident in Smiley's People, as he delves into the depths of human emotions and motivations. The novel's exploration of the Cold War era and the espionage world is both captivating and thought-provoking, offering a unique perspective on a tumultuous period in history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its complex characters, suspenseful plot, and profound insights into the nature of intelligence, Smiley's People has firmly established itself as a classic of modern literature. It continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and unforgettable characters, reminding us of the power of storytelling and the enduring relevance of George Smiley's legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 326g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 129 x 196 x 36 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780241322529                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John le Carre","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100979327226,"sku":"9780241322529","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/9a6a6b16ee747cad18216dae3beb221e.jpg?v=1631672255","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/smileys-people","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}