Revelations of the Secret Service: Being the Autobiography of Hugh

Revelations of the Secret Service: Being the Autobiography of Hugh

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Revelations of the Secret Service was first published in 1911. The author, William le Queux (pronounced 'Q'), was one of the first creators of the spy story. A journalist-turned-author, he successfully combined his passionate interest in national security and new technological developments with his detailed knowledge of travel and high society in Europe, in these and other collections of short stories of intrigue and espionage. In 'Revelations of the Secret Service' he comments "Women are more successful as spies than men. That is why so many are employed by both Russia and France." - but our hero Hugh Morrice has the skill and charm to work with or through the wily and the innocent ladies he encounters on travels throughout Europe.

Author: William le Queux
Format: Paperback, 220 pages, 140mm x 216mm
Published: 2007, Qwertyword Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: General & Literary Fiction

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Revelations of the Secret Service was first published in 1911. The author, William le Queux (pronounced 'Q'), was one of the first creators of the spy story. A journalist-turned-author, he successfully combined his passionate interest in national security and new technological developments with his detailed knowledge of travel and high society in Europe, in these and other collections of short stories of intrigue and espionage. In 'Revelations of the Secret Service' he comments "Women are more successful as spies than men. That is why so many are employed by both Russia and France." - but our hero Hugh Morrice has the skill and charm to work with or through the wily and the innocent ladies he encounters on travels throughout Europe.