[The Karla Trilogy]: Tinker, Tailor, Soldier Spy; The Honourable Schoolboy; Smiley’s People.

LE CARRE, John.

[The Karla Trilogy]: Tinker, Tailor, Soldier Spy; The Honourable Schoolboy; Smiley’s People.

First Editions of each volume in John Le Carre's acclaimed Karla Trilogy; Signed Twice by Him

London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1974-1979.

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First editions of each title in the author’s acclaimed Karla Trilogy. Octavo, three volumes, original cloth. Signed by the author on a slip laid in to 'Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy' and an ex libris slip adhered to the title page of 'The Honourable Schoolboy.' Each volume is near fine in a very good to near fine dust jacket.

John le Carré's Karla Trilogy, consisting of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Honourable Schoolboy, and Smiley's People, represents a seminal contribution to the genre of espionage literature. The trilogy is lauded for its complex narrative structure and its deep psychological insight into both its characters and the geopolitical context of the Cold War. Le Carré's portrayal of the Soviet intelligence operative Karla and his British counterpart George Smiley is notable for its nuanced exploration of themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and the ethical ambiguities inherent in espionage. The series is acclaimed not only for its intricate plotting and character development but also for its sophisticated critique of the moral and political dimensions of intelligence work, solidifying le Carré's reputation as a leading figure in modern literary fiction.