John le Carré
George Smiley series
George Smiley series is a series by John le Carré, started in 1963 with 3 books. If you want to read John le Carré's work in order, here are all the books in this series listed chronologically.
George Smiley series
3 Books
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold is a 1963 Cold War spy novel by the British author John le Carré. It depicts Alec Leamas, a British intelligence officer, being sent to East Germany as a faux defector to sow disinformation about a powerful East German intelligence officer. As with le Carré's previous novels Call for the Dead and A Murder of Quality, the novel features the fictitious British intelligence organisation, "The Circus", and its agents George Smiley and Peter Guillam.
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is a 1974 spy novel by the author and former secret intelligence officer John le Carré. It follows the endeavours of the taciturn, ageing spymaster George Smiley to uncover a Soviet mole in the British Secret Intelligence Service. The novel has received critical acclaim for its complex social commentary—and, at the time, relevance, following the defection of Kim Philby.
The Secret Pilgrim
John le Carré offers 'The Secret Pilgrim', a 1990 novel in the 'George Smiley series'. You will return to the complex world of espionage crafted by this author. Explore the intricate plot and character dynamics within this installment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the George Smiley series series? +
The George Smiley series series by John le Carré has 3 books.
In what order should I read the George Smiley series books? +
The recommended way to read George Smiley series is in publication order. The first book is The Spy Who Came in from the Cold.
Is the George Smiley series series finished? +
The George Smiley series series currently has 3 published books.
What is the first book in the George Smiley series series? +
The first book in the George Smiley series series is "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold", published in 1963.
Is George Smiley series worth reading? +
George Smiley series is one of the most acclaimed series in its genre, written by John le Carré. With 3 books, it offers a rich and well-developed story that has captivated readers worldwide.
