Hoffman, David E.
The Billion Dollar Spy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785783524
- author:
- Hoffman, David E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Icon Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.36 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Freedom & Security,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Billion Dollar Spy: A True Story of Cold War Espionage and Betrayal In 1978, a mysterious envelope was handed to the chief of the CIA's Moscow station, containing top-secret details of Soviet military technology. This shocking revelation marked the beginning of a remarkable espionage story, one that would span decades and put the life of the CIA's most valuable spy at risk. Adolf Tolkachev, a brilliant engineer, had cracked the Soviet military's secret research establishment, providing the Americans with a treasure trove of information about the latest advances in aviation technology. Working with the CIA, Tolkachev used hidden cameras and secret codes to evade the KGB, but his success was short-lived. Betrayed by a disgruntled former CIA trainee, Tolkachev's story is one of courage, deception, and the high stakes of Cold War espionage. David E. Hoffman's gripping account of this true story brings to life the world of espionage and counter-intelligence, revealing the intricate web of secrets and lies that defined the Cold War era.
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