"The Looking-Glass War," published by Heinemann in 1965, exemplifies John le Carré’s early Cold War espionage with its stark portrayal of bureaucratic decay. This fine first edition shows no signs of wear, with unblemished contents and edges, free of inscriptions, foxing, or toning. The completely unmarked covers complement an original fine dust jacket, appearing as new, retaining the Heinemann price sticker on the front flap. Signed directly by the author to the title page without dedication, this excellent copy offers collectors a fine piece of le Carré’s formative work, preserved in remarkable condition.