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Major John André: A Gallant in Spy's Clothing

by Robert McConnell Hatch
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British spy's downfall in Revolutionary intrigue.

If you're a history buff, this could be right up your alley. It's a dive into the life of Major John André and the espionage that marked the Revolutionary War. You'd get a detailed account of his ill-fated mission and a glimpse into the war's shadowy underbelly, which could change your view on the conflict's familiar narratives.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Major John André: A Gallant in Spy's Clothing

by Robert McConnell Hatch
RM42.00 MYR Now RM15.00 MYR Save 64%
Compare to estimated retail price: RM96.00 MYR  

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ISBN: 9780395353240
Authors: Robert McConnell Hatch
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Date of Publication: 1986-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History, Politics
Related Topics: Biography, History, American History, Politics, War
Goodreads rating: 4.42
(rated by 19 readers)

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The story of the British intelligence officer whose undercover dealings with Benedict Arnold came very close to winning the Revolutionary War for King George III.
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British spy's downfall in Revolutionary intrigue.

If you're a history buff, this could be right up your alley. It's a dive into the life of Major John André and the espionage that marked the Revolutionary War. You'd get a detailed account of his ill-fated mission and a glimpse into the war's shadowy underbelly, which could change your view on the conflict's familiar narratives.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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