John le Carre's private archive, which includes thousands of documents, will be exhibited at the Bodleian libraries starting this autumn. The exhibition, titled John le Carre: Tradecraft, aims to showcase his meticulous research and attention to detail. Notable exhibits will include his extensive notes and sketches, as well as annotated manuscripts that reveal the depth of his character development and revision process. Le Carre, a former spy, elevated the genre of spy novels, contrasting sharply with the glamorous portrayal of espionage popularized by Ian Fleming's James Bond.
The exhibition titled John le Carre: Tradecraft will feature thousands of papers from his vast private archive, showcasing his extensive research and meticulous attention to detail.
Exhibits will include his copious notes on characters, annotated manuscripts, and insights into his writing process, revealing the extensive revisions he made to his novels.
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