Reilly Ace of Spies

Name: Reilly Ace of Spies
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781739966089
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Reilly Ace of Spies by Robin Bruce-Lockhart is a captivating biography that delves into the life of the enigmatic Sidney Reilly, a master spy with a flair for deception and intrigue during the early 20th century. The book explores his adventurous exploits across Europe and beyond, portraying him as a mysterious and cunning figure who played significant roles in espionage during turbulent political times. This fascinating account blends historical detail with the thrilling narrative of Reilly's daring missions and the enigmatic personality that remains a subject of intrigue today.
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You might like this book if you're fascinated by espionage and enjoy gripping tales of real-life spies, cunning plots, and high-stakes adventures. It delves into the thrilling life of a legendary spy who played a pivotal role in shaping historical events, making it a great choice for those who love diving into the intrigue and mystery of early 20th-century espionage.

The first in the Muswell Classic Espionage Series. The original modern secret agent and one of the models for James Bond. Available for the first time in 10 years. ‘The astonishing story of Sidney Reilly, perhaps the most flamboyant and mysterious British spy of all times’ Sunday Telegraph

The first in the Muswell Classic Espionage Series. Available for the first time in 10 years it tells the story of the original modern secret agent and one of the models for James Bond. ‘The astonishing story of Sidney Reilly, perhaps the most flamboyant and mysterious British spy of all times’ Sunday Telegraph. Introduction by Dugald Bruce Lockhart bestselling author of The Lizard and great nephew of Robin Bruce Lockhart. BAFTA winning and Golden Globe TV series starring Sam Neil was based on the book and available to stream

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This is the true story of Sidney Reilly, one of the most fascinating spies of the twentieth century, yet one of the most enigmatic. A master spy, a brilliant con man, a charmer, and a lovable rogue who lived on his wits and thrived on danger, killing where necessary — and unnecessary.

He spoke seven languages and was rumoured to possess eleven passports and a wife to go with each. A towering figure in the history of British espionage and one of Fleming’s models for James Bond, Sidney Reilly was born in Russia in 1873. To his employers, the British Secret Service, his background was a mystery, yet his immense charisma took him into the epicentre of the British establishment.

In 1917, he infiltrated the German General Staff and a year later was involved in the near overthrow of the Bolsheviks. The details of his death in the mid-1920s remain opaque, with sightings being claimed well into World War Two.

Originally published in 1967, Reilly Ace of Spies became a BAFTA-winning, and Golden Globe-nominated, classic TV series in the early 80s starring Sam Neil. This is the first new edition in 30 years, with an introduction by Dugald Bruce Lockhart, great-nephew of the original author and author of The Lizard.

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Reilly Ace of Spies by Robin Bruce-Lockhart is praised for its compelling and suspenseful narrative, capturing the intrigue and mystery of Sidney Reilly's life as a spy. The book is noted for its astonishing and almost unbelievable portrayal of Reilly's flamboyant and enigmatic exploits.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781739966089

Publisher: Muswell Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Muswell Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

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Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Robin Bruce-Lockhart

About the Author

Robin Bruce Lockhart – whose father RH Bruce Lockhart was also a master spy and had worked with Reilly during the Russian revolution – recounts Reilly’s astonishing life. Written in a vivid, engaging style, this is surely one of the most thrilling life stories in history. Reilly: Ace of Spies was adapted into a BAFTA-winning television series in 1983, starring Sam Neill as Reilly and Ian Charleson as RH Bruce Lockhart. Originally published in 1967, this edition has a foreword by Dugald Bruce Lockhart, the author’s great-nephew. Dugald is a successful actor and author of The Lizard, published to acclaim in 2020.