Carre, John le
The Pigeon Tunnel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781432840037
- author:
- Carre, John le
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Large Print Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Literary, Biography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Pigeon Tunnel is a memoir by John le Carre, recounting his years serving in British Intelligence during the Cold War and his subsequent writing career. With storytelling elan, le Carre shares his experiences, from the dramatic to the humorous, and invites readers to think anew about events and people.
From his time in Cambodia to Beirut and Russia, le Carre's writing is infused with the moral ambiguity he sees in the world. He shares vivid and humorous anecdotes, including encounters with notable figures and events, such as the opening bars of Beethoven's Fifth and his meeting with Andrei Sakharov.
This memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of a master storyteller and a man who has written from the heart of modern times. With its blend of drama, humor, and insight, The Pigeon Tunnel is a compelling read that will leave you thinking long after you finish the book.