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Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring

Alexander Rose
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Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

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Alexander Rose

Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1770s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring by Alexander Rose explores the origins and operations of the Culper Ring, America's pioneering espionage group. The narrative delves into the lives of the operatives, who played a crucial role in intelligence gathering during the Revolutionary War, providing invaluable information to George Washington and shaping the war's outcome.

Informative

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

8,021 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring by Alexander Rose is praised for its detailed research and engaging storytelling. Readers appreciate its exploration of espionage during the American Revolution. Some critique its dense narrative and complex character introductions, but the book generally offers rich historical insights and a compelling look at early American intelligence operations.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring?

Readers interested in American Revolutionary history, espionage, and thrilling narratives akin to George Washington's Secret Six by Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger would enjoy Washington's Spies. Fans of meticulously researched historical accounts and intrigue-dense storytelling will find this book captivating.

4.1

8,021 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1770s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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