Ben Macintyre

The Spy and the Traitor

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Ben Macintyre
Recommended by: Bill Gates
An exciting true story unfolds from the narrative of Oleg Gordievsky, a KGB agent turned double-agent for Britain during the times of Cold War. He did secret work and took risks that helped avoid a nuclear confrontation and have a big impact on the course of history. The book encapsulates the element of espionage, betrayal, a cat-and-mouse game of intelligence between the superpowers. It speaks of Gordievsky's daring escape from Moscow, life undercover, and the high stakes in the world of espionage. Told with rich writing, this is an intimate story about courage and loyalty, offering insights into the life of a man who changed history.