Agent Josephine: American Beauty, French Hero, British Spy
By Damien Lewis
Read by Damien Lewis
Unabridged
Format :
Library CD (In Stock)
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2 Formats: CD
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2 Formats: Library CD
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ISBN: 9781668617595
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ISBN: 9781668617588
| Runtime: | 16.67 Hours |
| Category: | Nonfiction/Biography & Autobiography |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
An Amazon Editor’s Top Pick
A New York Times Book Review Editor’s Choice of the Week
The thrilling account of how Josephine Baker, the world’s richest and most glamorous entertainer, became an Allied spy in Occupied France
“Four hundred pages of bravery and heroism that read like a spy novel you can’t put down.” —Vanity Fair
In Agent Josephine, bestselling author Damien Lewis uncovers the extraordinary story of Josephine Baker's transformation from Paris performer to dauntless spy. Throughout World War II, using her stardom as a cloak for her secret work, Baker undertook daring clandestine missions to fight the Nazis, stamping an indelible mark on history.
Drawing on a plethora of new material and rigorous research, including previously undisclosed letters and journals, Lewis upends the conventional story of the renowned performer, revealing why she fully deserves her unique place in the French Panthéon.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“A fascinating story, thoroughly researched and richly detailed…written in the breathless style of a thriller.” —Wall Street Journal
“Lewis has devoted considerable time and diligent research to revealing the real Josephine Baker.” —Book Reporter
“A wonderful addition to the canon of World War II stories.” —Shelf Awareness
“A thrilling espionage story.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Lewis provides a rollicking, energetic commentary on Baker’s adventures.” —Booklist (starred review)
“A heroic portrait of the selfless, brave, somewhat reckless, pioneering, unswervingly patriotic spy for the Allies…A complex, entertaining story of intrigue and sangfroid.” —Kirkus Reviews
Author
Author Bio: Damien Lewis
Damien Lewis is an award-winning writer who spent twenty years reporting from war, disaster, and conflict zones for the BBC and other global news organizations. He is the bestselling author of more than twenty books, many of which are being adapted into films or television series, including military history, thrillers, and several acclaimed memoirs about military working dogs.
Details
Details
| Available Formats : | CD, Library CD |
| Category: | Nonfiction/Biography & Autobiography |
| Runtime: | 16.67 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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