A high-ranking scientist has been kidnapped. A secret British intelligence agency must find out why. But as the quarry is pursued from grimy Soho to the other side of the world, what seemed a straightforward mission turns into something far more sinister. With its sardonic, cool, working-class hero, Len Deighton's sensational debut The Ipcress File rewrote the spy thriller and became the defining novel of 1960's London.
Len Deighton
Len Deighton is a British author known for his spy novels, particularly his debut work "The IPCRESS File." His writing style is characterized by detailed research, intricate plots, and a cynical view of espionage. Deighton's contributions to literature include revolutionizing the spy genre with his realistic and gritty portrayal of Cold War espionage.
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