Jenny Rees
Dangerous Friends: My Father and the Cambridge Spy Ring
Dangerous Friends: My Father and the Cambridge Spy Ring
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A fascinating true story of one man's connection to the Cambridge Spy Ring and his daughter's search for the truth is revealed in this book. It provides a rare insight into the experiences of families whose fathers joined the ranks of Stalin's Englishmen.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2022
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
A fascinating true story of one man's connection to the Cambridge Spy Ring and his daughter's search for the truth.
A captivating and intriguing true tale, "SPIES... FAMILIES... SECRETS" is a must-read for anyone who relished the gripping narrative of "A SPY AMONG FRIENDS." Originally titled "LOOKING FOR MR. NOBODY," this captivating memoir delves into the profound connection of one man to the infamous Cambridge Spy Ring and his daughter's relentless pursuit of the truth.
Published under the original title, "LOOKING FOR MR. NOBODY," this captivating memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Goronwy Rees. Rees's poignant memoir provides a rare and insightful perspective into the experiences of families whose fathers enlisted in the ranks of Stalin's Englishmen during the 1930s.
Since the passing of Goronwy Rees, his daughter, Jenny, has faced the persistent assertion that her father was yet another spy recruited at Cambridge in the 1930s. He never attempted to conceal his close friendship with Guy Burgess, who, along with Donald Maclean, defected to Moscow in 1951. In 1979, Rees played a pivotal role in the unmasking of Anthony Blunt, known as the Fourth Man.
Thus, the question remains: Was Goronwy Rees himself a spy? The recent opening of KGB files has served as a catalyst for Jenny Rees in her quest to exorcise the past. The result is a remarkable and unexpected revelation, made all the more poignant as she unravels the secret life of her father for the very first time.
In conclusion, "SPIES... FAMILIES... SECRETS" is a captivating and deeply moving memoir that delves into the enigmatic world of espionage and the enduring legacy of one man's connection to the Cambridge Spy Ring. It is a testament to the power of truth and the relentless pursuit of justice, even in the face of adversity.
Weight: 392g
Dimension: 153 x 233 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474626408
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