Synopsis
In this fast-paced spy thriller, a self-described "ordinary fellow" stumbles upon a plot involving not only espionage and murder but also the future of Britain itself. This classic of suspense served as the basis for one of Hitchcock's most famous films and was the first novel in the author's Greenmantle series.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
- ISBN: 9780486282015
- Number of pages: 96
- Dimensions: 211 x 132 x 5 mm
- Weight: 84g
- Languages: English
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Feeling of watching a movie
A few weeks after Richard Hanney returned from Rhodesia a man who passed him a secret was murdered in Richard’s flat. Chased by police and an unknown group... READ MORE
Fantastic!
Great writing, kept me in suspense throughout. This book is the trend setter for many spy novels that followed, highly recommended.
A historical favourite
When it was first published, this novel must have been fascinating reading. At the time the UK was at war with Germany and there were no doubt German spies... READ MORE
A life less ordinary
A good story of adventure and escapism from everyday life. After meeting a neighbour with an extraordinary life story, Richard Hannay gets caught in espion... READ MORE
Exciting
One of my favourite books, this one bought for my 14 year old grandson who wanted a detective/spy story.
This should fit the bill nicely.
Great
A true classic. Great story of derring do and stiff upper lips against the backdrop of the eve of the first world war. Try to remember when it was publishe... READ MORE
great book
this is one of my favourite books of all time. Bought this copy as I can not find my old one that has been well read
It’s all about the chase
Look beyond the dated colonial references and contrived political setting and you have a page turning thriller based around a pulsating pursuit.
The main ... READ MORE