The Spy Who Came in from the Cold

Set during the Cold War, this gripping espionage novel follows Alec Leamas, a British intelligence officer, as he embarks on a dangerous mission to bring down a powerful East German intelligence figure. The narrative delves into themes of betrayal, moral ambiguity, and the harsh realities of spy life. Leamas's journey is fraught with tension and unexpected twists, offering a profound exploration of loyalty and deception in the shadowy world of espionage. The story is a masterful blend of suspense and psychological depth, capturing the complexities of human nature amidst political intrigue.

Published 1964

Binding of book is slightly loose. Slight foxing on front and back covers, with tears, fraying of edges, and stains on front cover. Tear at top of spine with slight foxing and some fading. Some tanning and foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Slight foxing on endpapers. Some foxing on some pages, clean of annotations across pages. Some tanning around margins of pages. Small tears at the bottom from page 145 to 152.

Condition: Well Read