The Second Oldest Profession: Spies and Spying in the Twentieth CenturyThe author examines the rich history of spying and its legends, from Wild Bill Donovan to Kim Philby and Mata Hari. He reveals the true, sometimes laughable exploits of these heroes and questions their effect on history. 16 pages of black-and-white photos. |
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The Second Oldest Profession: Spies and Spying in the Twentieth Century Phillip Knightley No preview available - 1980 |
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