The Traitors: A True Story of Blood, Betrayal and Deceit by Josh Ireland (Englis

Description: The Traitors by Josh Ireland An enthralling look at British treachery in the Second World War by a superb young narrative historian FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An epic tale of love, dishonour, bravery, cowardice, betrayal and high-treason. Beautifully written. A stunning debut Damien LewisPlayboy. Fascist. Strongman. Thief.Traitors.John Amery is a drunk and a fanatic, an exiled playboy whose frail body is riven by contradictions. Harold Cole is a cynical, murderous conman who desperately wants to be seen as an officer and a gentleman. Eric Pleasants is an iron-willed former wrestler; he is also a pacifist, and will not be forced into fighting other mens battles. William Joyce can weave spells when he talks, but his true gifts are for rage and hate. By the end of the Second World War, they will all have betrayed their country. THE TRAITORS is the story of how they came to do so. Drawing on declassified MI5 files, it is a book about chaotic lives in turbulent times; idealism twisted out of shape; of torn consciences and abandoned loyalties; and the tragic consequences that treachery brings in its wake. Notes This novelistic group biography from a rising star of narrative history presents a unique perspective of the Second World War, considering the experience of four British traitors. Epic and rich in character, the result will appeal to fans of Damien Lewis. Author Biography Josh Ireland was born in 1981 and lives in London. After leaving York University with a masters in history he worked in publishing for eight years and is now a freelance editor and writer. The Traitors is his first book. Review An epic tale of love, dishonour, bravery, cowardice, betrayal and high-treason. Beautifully written. A stunning debut - Damien LewisAn epic tale of love, dishonour, bravery, cowardice, betrayal and high-treason. Beautifully written. A stunning debut - Damien LewisThis debut by a superb young narrative historian is an enthralling look at British treachery during the Second World War - BooksellerThis debut by a superb young narrative historian is an enthralling look at British treachery during the Second World War - BooksellerA terrific read that is lucid, insightful and beautifully written. Josh Irelands masterful prose breathes life into these complex, deceitful, yet profoundly fascinating traitors. Set against a backdrop of violent extremism and political failure, The Traitors rings a loud warning bell from history - Giles MiltonA terrific read that is lucid, insightful and beautifully written. Josh Irelands masterful prose breathes life into these complex, deceitful, yet profoundly fascinating traitors. Set against a backdrop of violent extremism and political failure, The Traitors rings a loud warning bell from history - Giles MiltonJosh Irelands achievement is to tell the story of some of Britains most inglorious, notorious and vainglorous characters in the most glorious and elegant way. He provides a warning for our times from this true story, painting the most vivid of pictures with the sharpest of novelists pens - John BewJosh Irelands achievement is to tell the story of some of Britains most inglorious, notorious and vainglorous characters in the most glorious and elegant way. He provides a warning for our times from this true story, painting the most vivid of pictures with the sharpest of novelists pens - John Bew Long Description An epic tale of love, dishonour, bravery, cowardice, betrayal and high-treason. Beautifully written. A stunning debut Damien Lewis Playboy. Fascist. Strongman. Thief. Traitors. John Amery is a drunk and a fanatic, an exiled playboy whose frail body is riven by contradictions. Harold Cole is a cynical, murderous conman who desperately wants to be seen as an officer and a gentleman. Eric Pleasants is an iron-willed former wrestler; he is also a pacifist, and will not be forced into fighting other mens battles. William Joyce can weave spells when he talks, but his true gifts are for rage and hate. By the end of the Second World War, they will all have betrayed their country. THE TRAITORS is the story of how they came to do so. Drawing on declassified MI5 files, it is a book about chaotic lives in turbulent times; idealism twisted out of shape; of torn consciences and abandoned loyalties; and the tragic consequences that treachery brings in its wake. Review Quote Startlingly vivid . . . unmistakably a book of our times -- Prospect Magazine Promotional "Headline" An enthralling look at British treachery in the Second World War by a superb young narrative historian Details ISBN147362035X Author Josh Ireland Pages 336 Year 2018 ISBN-10 147362035X ISBN-13 9781473620353 Format Paperback Publication Date 2018-03-22 Imprint John Murray Publishers Ltd Subtitle A True Story of Blood, Betrayal and Deceit Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 940.548141 Media Book Publisher John Murray Press Short Title The Traitors Language English UK Release Date 2018-03-22 Audience General NZ Release Date 2018-03-26 AU Release Date 2018-03-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123637551;

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