UNDERCOVER, The Men and Women of the Special Operations Executive.
London: Published by Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1980. First edition. 8vo.pp.vii +248 + black & white photographs including index. Red cloth hardcover in original pictorial dust wrapper some fading to spine else very good. Item #195226
ISBN: 0710005733
"Undercover" by Patrick Howarth is a comprehensive exploration of espionage and intelligence operations during World War II. The book delves into the secretive world of undercover agents, double agents, and intelligence networks that operated in Europe and beyond during the war. Howarth, a seasoned historian and author, meticulously details the missions, successes, and failures of various clandestine operations conducted by Allied and Axis powers. He provides insight into the methods and strategies employed by intelligence agencies such as the British MI6, the German Abwehr, and the American OSS. "Undercover" examines the personal stories of spies and their handlers, the risks they faced, and the impact of their actions on the course of the war. It offers a gripping account of the shadowy realm of espionage, highlighting its pivotal role in shaping wartime strategy and outcomes.
Price: $30.00