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Tinker at 50 w/ Dominic Sandbrook
In this episode of the Le Carré Cast, Jeff interviews British historian Dominic Sandbrook. They delve into Sandbrook’s introduction to John le Carré’s works, particularly Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and discuss the author’s literary impact and historical context. The conversation covers le Carré’s influence during Britain’s 1970s cultural and political landscape, along with Sandbrook’s personal exploration and critique of le Carré’s novels.
The episode also highlights Harold Wilson and Smiley, le Carré and Margaret Thatcher, and just how much should we know about our literary heroes.
Plus, a le Carré Assassin’s Creed and Star Wars’ Andor?
42:10 Lightning Round: Assassin’s Creed and Andor
Dominic’s website – https://dominicsandbrook.com/
Dominic’s Twitter – https://x.com/dcsandbrook
The Rest is History club – https://therestishistory.supportingcast.fm/
Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com
Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite
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In this episode of the Le Carré Cast, Jeff interviews British historian Dominic Sandbrook. They delve into Sandbrook’s introduction to John le Carré’s works, particularly Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and discuss the author’s literary impact and historical context. The conversation covers le Carré’s influence during Britain’s 1970s cultural and political landscape, along with Sandbrook’s personal exploration and critique of le Carré’s novels.
The episode also highlights Harold Wilson and Smiley, le Carré and Margaret Thatcher, and just how much should we know about our literary heroes.
Plus, a le Carré Assassin’s Creed and Star Wars’ Andor?
42:10 Lightning Round: Assassin’s Creed and Andor
Dominic’s website – https://dominicsandbrook.com/
Dominic’s Twitter – https://x.com/dcsandbrook
The Rest is History club – https://therestishistory.supportingcast.fm/
Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com
Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Listen on Google Podcasts
Listen on Spotify
RSS Feed
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