Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World

Jan Karski is a young Polish student who must live under a new identity in the resistance and risk his life to save millions in a secret mission. He is a courageous and honorable man who is worthy of the wildest spy thriller.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 480 pages
\n Publication date: 25 April 2019
\n Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
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Stands as an absolute masterpiece in the realm of books about World War II resistance. If one seeks to delve into the story of a man who surpasses the courage and honor of Jan Karski in every way, I am at a loss for recommendations. Enter Alan Furst, a literary genius who weaves a tale that transports readers to the tumultuous year of 1939. Jan Karski, a brilliant young Polish student, revels in the joys of parties and pleasure, oblivious to the impending war that would upend his world. However, the outbreak of hostilities forces him to adopt a new identity, immersing himself in the resistance movement. And in a daring and secret mission that holds the potential to alter the course of the war, he embarks on a perilous journey, risking his very life to save the lives of millions. The question that persists is: What would you do in such a situation? Would you fight, yield, or collaborate? Karski's story is a testament to his unwavering patriotism and unparalleled bravery. It is an astonishing account of survival that few memoirs can match. Ben Macintyre, in his captivating narrative, delves deep into the life of this remarkable individual, painting a vivid portrait of his adventures. The Daily Telegraph praises Furst's work as worthy of the wildest spy thriller, while the Financial Times acknowledges the profound passion that infuses Karski's eye-witness testimony. The Daily Mail describes the book as deeply moving, and Andrew Roberts likens it to the screenplay of an incredibly exciting war movie, only to realize that it is all true. Alan Furst's "The Nightingale's Song" is a literary masterpiece that demands to be read and cherished by anyone seeking to explore the depths of human resilience and courage in the face of adversity.

\n Weight: 324g\n
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 55 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780241407387\n \n