The Looking Glass War
The Looking Glass War by John Le Carré, published by Sceptre in 1999, is a novel that delves into the complexities of espionage during a tense period in history. This New Ed edition spans 288 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on the Department, which is faced with a critical operation involving uncertain evidence of Soviet missile placements near the German border, alongside the mysterious disappearance of vital film and the death of a courier.
Readers will encounter Fred Leiser, a German-speaking Pole turned Englishman, who is called back into service to navigate this precarious situation. The story explores themes of espionage and the challenges faced by intelligence operatives as they work to uncover the truth amidst a backdrop of political tension. Through Leiser’s journey, the novel examines the intricacies of spy work and the personal sacrifices involved in serving one’s country.
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How long was it since the Department had mounted an operation? Too long. Now it has a job on its hands. Uncertain evidence suggests Soviet missiles being put in place close to the German border, while vital film has gone missing and a courier is dead.
The Department has to find an old hand who will prove its mettle. Fred Leiser, a German-speaking Pole turned Englishman, once a qualified radio-operator, now something in the motor trade, must be called back to the colours and sent East …
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