ITF Read: The Hunt for Red October (1984 novel)

Tom Clancy was one of America's bestselling authors of all time, and his character Jack Ryan has cemented a place in pop culture, but how did he get his start, and what's his lasting legacy? In episode 161, Luke & James go back to the beginning of the storied career with the book that started an empire and popularized the techno-thriller for mainstream audiences. Topics: Soviet stereotypes, American exceptionalism, mountains of naval research, how much detail is too much detail, the American James Bond, why Tom Clancy never served in the military, capitalism vs. socialism, how 2020 has changed everything, the Reagan-era every-man, and the Marty Stu/Mary Sue debate. Join next week for the 1990 film adaptation by John McTiernan, starring Sean Connery and Alec Baldwin! Become a Patron to access exclusive content: www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Ink to Film Book Club on Goodreads Music: Ross Bugden