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After le Carré: Sarah Gainham Explored Part 1

After le Carré: Sarah Gainham Explored Part 1

Update: 2024-08-19
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Discovering Sarah Gainham: Unveiling the Overlooked Cold War Novelist





In this episode of the le Carré Cast, we introduce a new feature – ‘After le Carré,’ spotlighting authors beyond John le Carré. Jeff welcomes back Jeremy Duns, writer and spy fiction enthusiast, to discuss Sarah Gainham, a lesser-known but richly talented spy novelist. They delve into the essential elements of le Carré’s works, Gainham’s life and career, and especially her novel The Tiger, Life.





The discussion explores Gainham’s intricate plotting, authentic depictions of Cold War espionage, and her personal experiences that shaped her stories. The episode wraps up with intriguing insights into the realities of spy life and the dynamic between Gainham and her contemporaries.





All that and more in this episode.





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00:00 Welcome to the le Carré Cast





00:38 Introducing ‘After le Carré’





00:48 Guest Introduction: Jeremy Duns





01:01 Defining a le Carré Novel





03:21 Spotlight on Sarah Gainham





06:24 Sarah Gainham’s Life and Career





09:30 Exploring Gainham’s Spy Novels





16:22 The Tiger, Life: Gainham’s Masterpiece





23:41 Debating Book Titles and Their Impact





26:33 Exploring the Novel’s Setting and Characters





28:23 Autobiographical Elements and Espionage





30:02 Complex Relationships and Character Analysis





39:38 Real-Life Inspirations and Historical Context





44:29 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes





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Jeremy’s twitter – @JeremyDuns





Jeremy’s Website – Jeremy-Duns.com





Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com





Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite









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After le Carré: Sarah Gainham Explored Part 1

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