
A Private Spy
The Letters of John le Carré
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Narrated by:
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David Harewood
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Florence Pugh
An archive of letters written by the late John le Carré, giving listeners access to the intimate thoughts of one of the greatest writers of our time
The never-before-seen correspondence of John le Carré, one of the most important novelists of our generation, is collected in this beautiful volume. During his lifetime, le Carré wrote numerous letters to writers, spies, politicians, artists, actors and public figures. This collection is a treasure trove, revealing the late author's humor, generosity, and wit—a side of him many listeners have not previously seen.
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Truly engrossing from start to finish
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Would someone please teach David Harewood how to pronounce et cetera? His rendering grated on me. My dread was not relieved until the book ended.
The insistence on reading the same addresses over and over wore me down. Could we not abbreviate to Tregiffian, Cornwall or Gainsborough Gardens, London?
Compelling listen with some annoying flaws
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Increased appreciation for the author
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Loved, but I’m a big fan
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Wonderful coda to le Carré’s novels
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Terrible narrator
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