JOURNAL ARTICLE

Why Are Spy Thrillers So Popular Right Now?

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Rappaport, Sarah 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on David Eldridge's adaptation of John le Carré's novel *The Spy Who Came in From the Cold* for the stage, set to premiere on November 17 at Soho Place in London's West End. The novel, published in 1963, explores themes of morality and espionage during the Cold War, following British intelligence officer Alec Leamas on a mission in East Germany. Eldridge discusses the ongoing relevance of the novel's moral questions in contemporary geopolitics, particularly in light of recent events like Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He reflects on the challenges of adapting the novel for theater, emphasizing the importance of portraying the characters as ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189363755
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