Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (First Printing)
le Carré, John
ISBN 10: 0340188790 ISBN 13: 9780340188798
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1974
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First edition, first impression. Near Fine: firm and square binding in clean black cloth; gently pushed to the spine tips and a small bump to the top-edge of the upper board; publisher's purple topstain, largely faded; toning and a trace of dust marking to the edge of the page block, else crisp and clean pages; free from previous owner names and inscriptions. The unclipped dustwrapper (£2.95 net stated) is Very Good: crisp, bright and vibrant with only a little fading to the spine (much less than is usually seen); two closed tears to the top-edge, 1cm and 2.5cm, the latter with a tiny amount of surface loss - both sealed to the verso with archival tape; small laminate bubble to the lower spine fold; presented in a removable, archival-quality Brodart protective cover. All orders are sent very carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and sturdy cardboard. Seller Inventory # M616
Synopsis:
Smiley and his people are facing a remarkable challenge: a mole - a soviet double agent - who has burrowed his way in and up to the highest level of British Intelligence. His treachery has already blown some of their vital operations and their best networks. The mole is one of their own kind. But which one?
''His people are full-bodied, believable individuals, the minor characters as vivid as the main cast ... a stunning story'
The Wall Street Journal
About the Author: John le Carré was born in 1931. His third novel, THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD, secured him a wide reputation which was consolidated by the acclaim for his trilogy TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY, THE HONOURABLE SCHOOLBOY and SMILEY'S PEOPLE. His other novels include THE CONSTANT GARDENER, A MOST WANTED MAN and OUR KIND OF TRAITOR.
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Title: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (First Printing)
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Publication Date: 1974
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition
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Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy [First Edition copy]
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1974
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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First Edition
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hardcover. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. 1st. Fair to Poor condition EX-LIBRARY 1st edition hardback, no dustjacket, published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1974. 349pp. Usual library marks. Bumping to spine & corners, webbing beginning to show at title page. pp112 coming loose but currently held. marking to inside covers. Fair to poor copy. Seller Inventory # 13619410
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Tinker, tailor, soldier, spy
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ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. First edition. 349 pages. dj chipped and worn. Text block clean and brightFrom the author of THE HONOURABLE SCHOOLBOY, SMILEY'S PEOPLE and THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD, a tale of espionage in which George Smiley embarks on a m ission to catch a Soviet mole who has been operating for some thirty years. Seller Inventory # 3796w
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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
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ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. First Edition. The jacket is shelf rubbed with creasing along the edges and a few very small closed tears, light fading of the colour on the spine. The boards are tidy overall with little edge wear. The binding is secure. Small mark on the front end page. Light browning along the edges of the pages, not affecting text. There are no ink inscriptions or annotations. Protected in cellophane. r*05/12/2024 JHK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services. Seller Inventory # 46lf
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy [First Edition copy]
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1974
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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hardcover. Condition: acceptable. no jacket. 1st. Hodder & Stoughton, 1974. 1st edition hardback, no dustjacket. 349pp. Bumping to spine & corners, minor damage to spine. Marking to top edge, inscription to flyleaf & light tanning to pages. Fair 1st edition copy, sadly lacking jacket. Seller Inventory # 13619409
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Tinker, tailor, soldier, spy
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ISBN 10: 0340188790
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. The jacket is rubbed and worn. There are closed tears, creases and chips along the edges. It is protected in cellophane. The boards show little wear. Internally, tanned end pages. Clean and complete. Tightly bound. r*25/05/2023. [AK]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services. Seller Inventory # 13rw
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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Published by
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ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Seller: A Small Bookshop, ELMHURST, VIC, Australia
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. DW: Some edge wear and discolouration to spine. Minor soiling to text block edges. 22 x 14 cm. 349 pp. Seller Inventory # 003920
Tinker, tailor, soldier, spy
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Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1974
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Seller: Cheerleader Productions Ltd, Gloucester, United Kingdom
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John le Carre's Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy presented in a short-lived TV tie-in dustjacket. A few copies of the third impression (still a 1st edition of course) were released to tie-in with the release of the BBC TV series starring Alec Guinness. This copy is in fine condition , very close to being like new. Just a couple of miniscule tears to the back of the DJ stops this from appearing to be new. There are no discernible problems with the book itself. Not a book club edition but a fully accredited Hodder & Stoughton release. 1st edition 3rd impression. Rare to the point of uniqueness (I haven't been able to find another copy online at time of listing). We pack our books properly using recycled materials where we can and ship daily from the UK. Seller Inventory # ABE-1758034885083
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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
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Hodder & Stoughton Lamplighter edition, 1991
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Seller: Cheerleader Productions Ltd, Gloucester, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. An incredibly rare copy of the Lamplighter 1st edition 1st printing (thus) of the most influential spy novel of the twentieth century. Hodder & Stoughton 1991. With an added introduction written by le Carre for this edition. 8vo., first edition thus; black cloth, upper board blocked in blind, gilt back, a very good++ copy in unclipped dust jacket. First published in 1974 and republished in this beautifully-designed Lamplighter series. The Lamplighter Edition is now scarce in its own right, but is still a very useful way of acquiring a matching set of le Carre s first seven spy novels for those of us who can t pay the inflated prices for the originals. This copy is very good++ but not quite like new as there is some (very) minor wear to the unclipped DJ. Generally, a very good copy indeed. We pack our books properly and ship daily from the UK. Seller Inventory # ABE-1729064360747
Tinker, Tailore, Soldier, Spy [First Edition copy]
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1974
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Seller: Bluesparrowhawk Books, Chestfield, KENT, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Hodder & Stoughton, 1974. 1st edition hardback with clipped dustjacket. 349pp. Some bumping to spine & corners, some creasing & small nicks to dustjacket. Marking to top edge & leading edge. Light tanning to pages. Good First Edition copy. Seller Inventory # 13619311
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.
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Hodder and Stoughton (London, Sydney, Auckland, Toronto), 1974
ISBN 10: 0340188790
ISBN 13: 9780340188798
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Seller: Kitazawa Bookstore, ABAJ/ILAB, Tokyo, TOKYO, Japan
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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. John le Carré. First edition first printing published in 1974 by Hodder and Stoughton (London, Sydney, Auckland, Toronto). This copy: First printing. Hardcover with dust jacket. 349 pages. Size: 23.0 x 14.0 cm. Weight: 0.7 kg. Language: English. Condition: Jacket Fair - with wear, sunning, and noticeable tears. Body Good - clean with general use. Binding Fair - loosened. Edges Fair - noticeable foxing and wear. Pages Good - minor adhesion at pp.224-225 and pp.257, overall age-toned. Text Good - clear. Price present on front flap. Description: A landmark of Cold War spy fiction, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy introduces the unforgettable George Smiley, tasked with uncovering a mole inside the British intelligence service "the Circus." John le Carré's precise and atmospheric prose redefined the spy novel, blending psychological depth with political intrigue. Adapted into the acclaimed 1979 BBC TV series starring Alec Guinness and later a 2011 feature film, this first edition remains a cornerstone of modern espionage literature. Shipping from Tokyo, Japan. International shipping available. Please note: All sales are final, especially for higher-value items. Returns are not accepted unless the item is significantly not as described. Seller Inventory # SL949