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The Looking Glass War Espionage Thriller Paperback Book by John Le Carre 1975
(George Smiley #4)
John le Carre's classic novels deftly navigate readers through the intricate shadow worlds of international espionage with unsurpassed skill and knowledge, and have earned him unprecedented worldwide acclaim.
THE LOOKING GLASS WAR Once upon a time the distinction had been clear: the Circus handled all things political while the Department dealt with matters military.
But over the years, power shifted and the Circus elbowed the Department out.
Now, suddenly, the Department has a job on its hands. Evidence suggests Soviet missiles are being positioned close to the German border.
Vital film is missing and a courier is dead. Lacking active agents, but possessed of an outdated mandate to proceed, the Department has to find an old hand to prove its mettle.
Fred Leiser, German-speaking Pole turned Englishman -- once a qualified radio operator, now involved in the motor trade -- must be called back to the colors and sent East....
Book is in acceptable condition. General shelf and corner wear. Some light staining on interior and exterior. A few white marks on front and back cover. Some cover fraying on the edges of the flap. The spine has some issues (see photo #3). This is an Ex Library so stickers on the front cover and spine, and librarian marks on the 1st page. Some scratch marks on the back cover. A solid reading copy. Please see photos for details, and let me know if you have any questions.
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