Sunday, May 10, 2009

Step Aside, James Bond

World War II Spy-Eye Thrillers
The Hornet’s Sting : the Amazing Untold Story of World War II Spy Thomas Sneum relates the story of Sneum’s double life as a spy. Based on interviews with the spy himself, author Mark Ryan does a fantastic job describing the life and exploits of this allied hero.

Ben MacIntyre’s Agent Zigzag: A True Story of Nazi Espionage, Love & Betrayal provides another fascinating look at the life of the WWII British/German secret agent, Eddie Chapman.

James Bond may be one of your and our spy-film favorites but Thomas Sneum and Eddie Chapman aren't fictional...

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Post by Bev Simmons