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John le Carré
George Smiley
George Smiley
9 books
Ongoing series
About this series
John le Carré's George Smiley series explores the moral ambiguities of Cold War espionage. Follow the quiet, unassuming intelligence officer George Smiley as he navigates a world of betrayal and complex political maneuvering. These spy novels offer a realistic look at the human cost of intelligence work.
Subseries
Books
Call for the Dead
George Smiley #1
A Murder of Quality
George Smiley #2
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold
George Smiley #3
The Looking Glass War
George Smiley #4
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
George Smiley #5
The Honourable Schoolboy
George Smiley #6
Smiley's People
The Karla Trilogy #3
El peregrino secreto
George Smiley #8
A Legacy of Spies
George Smiley #9Similar series
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the George Smiley series?
While some books can be enjoyed as standalones, the overarching narrative of George Smiley's career and personal life is best appreciated by reading them in publication order, starting with "Call for the Dead" and then "A Murder of Quality."
Are there any TV or film adaptations of the George Smiley books?
Many of the George Smiley novels have been adapted for television and film, most notably the BBC miniseries of "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" and "Smiley's People" starring Alec Guinness, and a later film adaptation of "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy."
Does George Smiley appear in other John le Carré books?
George Smiley is a central figure in this series, but he also makes a significant appearance in "The Secret Pilgrim," which is often considered a continuation or epilogue to his story.