The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War — by Ben Macintyre - Lightly Used

The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War — by Ben Macintyre

ISBN / Code: 9780771060359
Condition: Lightly Used

Description
The Spy and the Traitor tells the remarkable true story of Oleg Gordievsky, a senior KGB officer who secretly worked for Britain's MI6 during the Cold War. For more than a decade, Gordievsky supplied the West with valuable intelligence from deep inside the Soviet intelligence system. His dangerous double life eventually led to betrayal, discovery, and a dramatic escape from Moscow in 1985. This gripping account combines espionage, history, political intrigue, and true events in a story that reads like a thriller.

Why You'll Love This Book

• Incredible true story of Cold War espionage
• Follows a high-ranking KGB officer working secretly for MI6
• Filled with betrayal, danger, intelligence operations, and political intrigue
• Detailed account of Gordievsky's dramatic escape from Moscow
• A compelling read for fans of history and true spy stories

Book Details

• Author: Ben Macintyre
• Audience: Adult / General Readers
• Genre: Nonfiction / History / Espionage / Biography
• Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
• Published: 2019
• Format: Trade Paperback
• Pages: 384

Condition Notes

• Lightly used with minor shelf wear
• Binding intact and secure
• Pages clean and readable
• No major tears, stains, or writing