The Tourist (novel) explained

The Tourist
Author:	Olen Steinhauer
Language:	English
Genre:	Espionage
Publisher:	Minotaur Books
Pub Date:	2009
Media Type:	Hardcover and paperback
Pages:	408
Isbn:	0-312-37487-9
Followed By:	The Nearest Exit

The Tourist is an 2009 espionage novel written by Olen Steinhauer, that was featured on The New York Times' list of best sellers.^[1]

Story

The story follows Milo Weaver, an agent with a secret branch of the CIA specializing in black ops known as the Tourists.^[2]

Film adaptation

George Clooney's production company reportedly purchased the film rights to the novel in March 2009. It was rumored that Clooney intended to play the role of Weaver. In September 2012, it was reported that Columbia Pictures will adapt the novel into a film with Doug Liman set to direct.^[3] In October 2023, it was reported that 20th Century Studios will adapt the novel into a film with Pablo Trapero set to direct.^[4]

External links

• The Tourist at Goodreads.com

Notes and References

1. Web site: Best Sellers. March 27, 2009. The New York Times. June 20, 2010.
2. Web site: Once a Spy …. Stasio. Marilyn. March 12, 2009. The New York Times. June 20, 2010.
3. Web site: Fleming Jr.. Mike. Sony Acquires Olen Steinhauer Novel 'The Tourist' For Doug Liman To Direct. September 7, 2012. Deadline Hollywood. July 8, 2024.
4. Web site: Kroll. Justin. Pablo Trapero To Direct Adaptation Of Olen Steinhauer's 'The Tourist' For 20th Century. October 3, 2023. Deadline Hollywood. October 3, 2023.