Queen of Spies

Name: Queen of Spies
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Daphne Park, Britain's Cold War Spy Master

By Paddy Hayes

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Queen of Spies by Paddy Hayes is an intriguing biography that delves into the life of Vera Atkins, one of the most influential figures in British espionage during World War II. This book chronicles her role in the Special Operations Executive, highlighting her intelligence, courage, and determination in the face of war. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the covert world of spies and reveals how Atkins' tenacity made a significant impact on the war effort.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by espionage and the untold stories from the world of intelligence during the Cold War. Paddy Hayes offers an intriguing exploration into the life of an extraordinary female spy, revealing her impact on history and the intricate workings of international espionage. Readers who appreciate richly detailed biographies will find this tale captivating.

Queen of Spies

Queen of Spies captures both the paranoia and the on-the-ground realities of intelligence work from the Second World War to the Cold War, and the life of Britain's celebrated female spy.

Portrays the life of Britain’s most celebrated female spy while capturing the paranoia and practical realities of intelligence work spanning the Second World War to the Cold War

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The only biography of Britain's celebrated female spy – now fully updated with previously classified materials.

From being raised in a Tanzanian shack, to attaining MI6's most senior operational rank, Daphne Park led a highly unusual life. Drawing on first-hand accounts of intelligence workers close to agent Park, Hayes reveals how she rose in a male-dominated world to become Britain's Cold War spy master.

With intimate, nail-biting details, Queen of Spies captures both the paranoia and on-the-ground realities of intelligence work from the Second World War to the Cold War, and the life of Britain's celebrated female spy.

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Reviews of Queen of Spies commend its rich entertainment value and thorough research, providing a fascinating insight into MI6 during the Cold War. Paddy Hayes is praised for his skilled portrayal of Daphne Park, delivering a significant contribution to understanding her exceptional career and the evolution of the British Secret Intelligence Service. This biography has been described as entertaining, informative, and comparable to a thrilling spy novel, offering broad appeal to history enthusiasts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780715654057

Publisher: Duckworth Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Duckworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Paddy Hayes was born in Cork and educated in Dublin and Harvard, Massachusetts. He has spent five decades researching the world of intelligence whilst developing business intelligence and market research companies from his native Ireland. His interest in politics extends to acting as a constituency Director of Elections in the last two general elections in Ireland.