A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal

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Book Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The epic true story of Kim Philby, the Cold War’s most infamous spy, from the “master storyteller” (San Francisco Chronicle) and author of Prisoners of the Castle. Now an MGM+ series starring Damian Lewis, Guy Pearce, and Anna Maxwell Martin “[A Spy Among Friends] reads like a story by Graham Greene, Ian Fleming, or John le Carré, leavened with a dollop of P. G. Wodehouse.”—Walter Isaacson, New York Times Book Review Who was Kim Philby? Those closest to him—like his fellow MI6 officer and best friend since childhood, Nicholas Elliot, and the CIA’s head of counterintelligence, James Jesus Angleton—knew him as a loyal confidant and an unshakeable patriot. Philby was a brilliant and charming man who rose to head Britain’s counterintelligence against the Soviet Union. Together with Elliott and Angleton he stood on the front lines of the Cold War, holding Communism at bay. But he was secretly betraying them both: He was working for the Russians the entire time. Every word uttered in confidence to Philby made its way to Moscow, sinking almost every important Anglo-American spy operation for twenty years and costing hundreds of lives. So how was this cunning double-agent finally exposed? In A Spy Among Friends, Ben Macintyre expertly weaves the heart-pounding tale of how Philby almost got away with it all—and what happened when he was finally unmasked. Based on personal papers and never-before-seen British intelligence files and told with heart-pounding suspense and keen psychological insight, A Spy Among Friends is a fascinating portrait of a Cold War spy and the countrymen who remained willfully blind to his treachery. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, Shelf Awareness Read more

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Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of espionage with the best-selling book, A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal. Delve into the captivating true story of Kim Philby, the Cold War's most infamous spy, as told by the master storyteller himself, Ben Macintyre. This New York Times bestseller will take you on a rollercoaster ride through the clandestine world of intelligence, filled with twists, turns, and shocking revelations.

As you read, you'll be transported to a world reminiscent of Graham Greene, Ian Fleming, and John le Carré, with a touch of P.G. Wodehouse's wit. The book's gripping narrative will keep you on the edge of your seat, unable to put it down until you've unraveled every secret and betrayal.

Discover the dark and complex world of double agents as you follow Kim Philby's treacherous path. Macintyre skillfully delves into Philby's relationships, particularly with his fellow MI6 officer and childhood friend, Nicholas Elliot, and the CIA's head of counterintelligence, James Jesus Angleton. Feel the tension rise as these trusted allies unknowingly share their secrets with a man working for the enemy, leading to devastating consequences.

A Spy Among Friends is not just a page-turner. It is a meticulously researched account, drawing from personal papers, never-before-seen British intelligence files, and Macintyre's unparalleled access to sources. This combination of historical detail and heart-pounding suspense creates a truly captivating reading experience. You'll gain insights into the psychology of a spy and the dangerous game of deception played by those on the front lines of the Cold War.

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