--- product_id: 7713786 title: "Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel" price: "134 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7713786-smileys-people-a-george-smiley-novel store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel **Price:** 134 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel - **How much does it cost?** 134 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7713786-smileys-people-a-george-smiley-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel [le Carré, John] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel Review: Smiley's People, one of Carre's best novels - One of my favorite novel's, a fascinating story with original and intriguing characters. Kudo's to desertcart as well, the delivery of my order was timely and correct. A vast improvement on some of my past experiences. Review: Incredibly addictive author - How does an average, normal reader even begin to critique (review) the work of le Carré? The Karla Trilogy (Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy; Honorable Schoolboy: Smiley's People) is a series that I have had to reread on almost an annual basis since first discovering George Smiley in "Call for the Dead" ([...]) in the 1960's. I have even "enticed and corrupted" both my sons, one an Art Professor, the other a Diplomat, in my addiction and they too own and reread the books and have copies of the BBC series to watch. I shamelessly refuse to apologize for my enticement of them, or even perhaps, you the reader of this presumptuous review of such a masterwork. They are, after all, only fiction, just a series of `novels'? (Which are generally considered essentially trivial - an idea against which even Jane Austen's own strictures have had no effect). But so addictive is John le Carré's skill that even a vast general TV viewing public became so engrossed in a serialized BBC's series of one of his works that they brought the British nation to a standstill for each of the hour-long adaptions that were broadcast. Pure fascinating reading that evokes both characters and atmospheres so strongly they engage the reader and entice them to continue to read each and every one of his works. A craftsmanship based on real experience - in the British Secret Service - that adds such value to his inventions that they become a reality. The TV adaptation featured Sir Alec Guinness as the main character, George Smiley, dour, donnish master spy and charismatic leader. His portrayal was masterly, and therein lay a poisonous problem ... after the trilogy became both best-selling books, serialized television, and films; the author `killed off' (like Conan Doyle with Holmes, and Nicolas Freeling with Van der Valk) both the George Smiley, the circus, and all future Smiley's people by totally dropping him from his repertoire and changing his subjects to further and even more modern fields. In an interview the author explained his motivation for disappointing and stunning his loyal readership... "... the problem was ,whether I liked it or not by the time (Sir) Alec Guinness finished with him he was George Smiley - voice, mannerisms, looks - and by the time he had finished with my character I had been given back used goods. On the other hand, I didn't at all enjoy the fact that Smiley had somehow been taken over by my public..." Do read this wonderful series ... but your appreciation and enjoyment might also become as embittered as the rest of us disappointed fans at the disappearance of these fascinating characters and the intellectual twists of John le Carré's Smiley's people in their Cold War circus. (This review is my attempt for the whole of the "Karla" series.) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #145,982 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #336 in Political Thrillers (Books) #626 in Espionage Thrillers (Books) #2,470 in Suspense Thrillers | | Book 7 of 9 | George Smiley | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (8,434) | | Dimensions | 5.46 x 1.04 x 8.25 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 014311977X | | ISBN-13 | 978-0143119777 | | Item Weight | 12.8 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 416 pages | | Publication date | June 28, 2011 | | Publisher | Penguin Books | ## Images ![Smiley's People: A George Smiley Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71GpBMSDL8L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smiley's People, one of Carre's best novels *by D***E on November 4, 2025* One of my favorite novel's, a fascinating story with original and intriguing characters. Kudo's to Amazon as well, the delivery of my order was timely and correct. A vast improvement on some of my past experiences. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredibly addictive author *by J***R on February 9, 2012* How does an average, normal reader even begin to critique (review) the work of le Carré? The Karla Trilogy (Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy; Honorable Schoolboy: Smiley's People) is a series that I have had to reread on almost an annual basis since first discovering George Smiley in "Call for the Dead" ([...]) in the 1960's. I have even "enticed and corrupted" both my sons, one an Art Professor, the other a Diplomat, in my addiction and they too own and reread the books and have copies of the BBC series to watch. I shamelessly refuse to apologize for my enticement of them, or even perhaps, you the reader of this presumptuous review of such a masterwork. They are, after all, only fiction, just a series of `novels'? (Which are generally considered essentially trivial - an idea against which even Jane Austen's own strictures have had no effect). But so addictive is John le Carré's skill that even a vast general TV viewing public became so engrossed in a serialized BBC's series of one of his works that they brought the British nation to a standstill for each of the hour-long adaptions that were broadcast. Pure fascinating reading that evokes both characters and atmospheres so strongly they engage the reader and entice them to continue to read each and every one of his works. A craftsmanship based on real experience - in the British Secret Service - that adds such value to his inventions that they become a reality. The TV adaptation featured Sir Alec Guinness as the main character, George Smiley, dour, donnish master spy and charismatic leader. His portrayal was masterly, and therein lay a poisonous problem ... after the trilogy became both best-selling books, serialized television, and films; the author `killed off' (like Conan Doyle with Holmes, and Nicolas Freeling with Van der Valk) both the George Smiley, the circus, and all future Smiley's people by totally dropping him from his repertoire and changing his subjects to further and even more modern fields. In an interview the author explained his motivation for disappointing and stunning his loyal readership... "... the problem was ,whether I liked it or not by the time (Sir) Alec Guinness finished with him he was George Smiley - voice, mannerisms, looks - and by the time he had finished with my character I had been given back used goods. On the other hand, I didn't at all enjoy the fact that Smiley had somehow been taken over by my public..." Do read this wonderful series ... but your appreciation and enjoyment might also become as embittered as the rest of us disappointed fans at the disappearance of these fascinating characters and the intellectual twists of John le Carré's Smiley's people in their Cold War circus. (This review is my attempt for the whole of the "Karla" series.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptionally well written, well worth the read *by P***S on September 25, 2013* Often a book arrives at an appropriate time in one’s life and it is only then that it can be truly appreciated. At 50 I find I enjoy a more leisurely pace (if only I could find it in my own life) and this book is certainly in that category. It is also a time in life for reflection on the past, some much needed introspection, which mirrors much of Smiley's. That said the slow build to the final scene, the characters one meets along the way, the introspection of Smiley all adds up to a fascinating read. The ending had me caught between wanting the reveal and not wanting it to end - I actually found myself pausing as I read the final few pages. May not be every ones cup of tea, but for those willing to make the investment of time, it will be time well spent. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7713786-smileys-people-a-george-smiley-novel](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7713786-smileys-people-a-george-smiley-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*