David le Carré
British novelist and spy (1931-2020)
1931 — 2020
Quick Facts
Profession
British novelist and spy (1931-2020)
Born
October 19, 1931
Died
2020 (age ~89)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, writer
United KingdomBorn in PooleDied in Royal Cornwall Hospital
1931
Born in Poole (1931-10-19)
1948
EducationStudied at University of Bern (1948–1949)
1964
AwardSomerset Maugham Award
1965
AwardEdgar Allan Poe Award for Best Novel
1977
AwardJames Tait Black Memorial Prize
1984
AwardThe Grand Master
About
David John Moore Cornwell, better known by his pen name John le Carré, was an Irish-British author, best known for his espionage novels, many of which were successfully adapted for film or television. A "sophisticated, morally ambiguous writer", he is considered one of the greatest novelists of the postwar era. During the 1950s and 1960s, he worked for both the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6). Near the end of his life, le Carré became an Irish citizen.
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Who is David le Carré?+
David John Moore Cornwell, better known by his pen name John le Carré, was an Irish-British author, best known for his espionage novels, many of which were successfully adapted for film or television. A "sophisticated, morally ambiguous writer", he is considered one of the greatest novelists of the
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David le Carré born?+
David le Carré was born on October 19, 1931.
When did David le Carré die?+
David le Carré died in 2020, at approximately 89 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — October 19, 1931
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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