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In this Aug. 28, 2008 file photo Author John Le Carre poses for a photo at his home in London. (AP)
British writer John Le Carré, 89, whose Cold-War tales redefined spy novels, passed away on Saturday in the UK’s Cornwall.
John le Carre, author of Cold War spy novels, 89
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John le Carre, the spy-turned-novelist best known for the Cold War thrillers Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and The Spy Who Came In From The Cold, has died. He was 89.
His literary agent said in a statement that Le Carre died after a short illness in Cornwall, southwestern England, on Saturday evening.
“His like will never be seen again, and his loss will be felt by every book lover, everyone interested in the human condition,” said Jonny Geller, CEO of The Curtis Brown Group.
Le Carre was survived by his wife, Jane, and four sons. The family said in a brief statement that he had died of pneumonia.
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John le Carré, the famed British author of espionage novels including The Spy Who Came in From the Cold and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, died Saturday after battling pneumonia. The writer, who was born David Cornwell, was 89.
Le Carré s longtime agent Jonny Geller broke the news in a statement on Sunday: It is with great sadness that we must confirm that David Cornwell John le Carré – passed away from pneumonia last Saturday night after a short battle with the illness. David is survived by his beloved wife of almost fifty years, Jane, and his sons Nicholas, Timothy, Stephen and Simon. We all grieve deeply his passing. Out thanks go to the wonderful NHS team at the Royal Cornwell Hospital in Truro for the care and compassion that he was shown throughout his stay. We know they share our sadness.
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In 2020 we have witnessed the passing of a wide range of talents, from Chadwick Boseman to Barbara Windsor.
Many celebrities have been mourned, but in the wake of their passing it’s important to reflect on and celebrate their work, remembering just how special they and their contributions have been.
One of the latest to leave us this year is David John Moore Cornwell, best known under the pen name John le Carré.
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