Ace of Spies - The True Story of Sidney Reilly (Paperback, 3 Revised Edition)

Reilly was the role model for Ian Fleming when he came to create 007, the most famous spy in literature. The archetype himself would have been surprised and flattered to have had himself so glamorously portrayed, but there was indeed a lot of Bond about him. Suave, cool, gentlemanly and enterprising, he led a remarkable double life that had the Russian secret service tearing its hair out in frustration. In fact the Russians came to admire and respect Reilly as they did no other Westerner. Andrew Cook first published this biography of the "ace of spies" in 2002 and it has now been reissued with updated information, especially concerning forensic details following Reilly's execution in a Russian park in 1925. While deconstructing many myths that have surrounded the spy, the book shows that in some ways he was even more of a success than James Bond, the man who followed in his footsteps. (Kirkus UK)

Ace of Spies reveals for the first time the true story of Sidney Reilly, the real-life inspiration behind fictional hero James Bond. Andrew Cook's startling biography cuts through the myths to tell the full story of the greatest spy the world has ever know. Sidney Reilly influenced world history through acts of extraordinary courage and sheer audacity. He was a master spy, a brilliant con man, a charmer, a cad and a lovable rogue who lived on his wits and thrived on danger, using women shamelessly and killing where necessary - and unnecessary. Sidney Reilly is one of the most fascinating spies of the twentieth century, yet he remains one of the most enigmatic - until now.

General

Imprint:	The History Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2004
First published:	2004
Authors:	Andrew Cook
Dimensions:	198 x 129 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	352
Edition:	3 Revised Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-7524-2959-5
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Humanities > History > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > International relations > Espionage & secret services Books > History > General Books > Biography > General Promotions
LSN:	0-7524-2959-0
Barcode:	9780752429595

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