{"title":"Ann Hagedorn","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the acclaimed author Ann Hagedorn. Known for her meticulous research and engaging narrative style, Hagedorn brings history to life with each of her compelling books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eSleeper Agent\u003c\/em\u003e, a gripping tale of espionage and intrigue that delves deep into the hidden stories of World War II. Through her exploration of history and military themes, Hagedorn offers readers unique insights into pivotal moments and characters that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHagedorn's books are a brilliant choice for readers who appreciate a blend of historical accuracy and captivating storytelling. Whether you're a history buff or a newcomer to the genre, her works promise a journey into the past that's both illuminating and enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sleeper-agent-by-ann-hagedorn-9781501173950","title":"Sleeper Agent","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThis “historical page-turner of the highest order” (\u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e) tells the chilling, little-known story of an American-born Soviet spy in the atom bomb project during World War II, perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Americans\u003c\/i\u003e and nominated for an Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Iowa, schooled in science at Columbia University, and as American as baseball, George Koval was the ultimate secret agent. Because he had security clearances to the Manhattan Project, he was able to pass invaluable classified information that helped Soviet scientists produce an atomic bomb years earlier than US experts had expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBI only identified him several years after he had returned to the Soviet Union, and in 2007, Vladimir Putin posthumously awarded him Russia’s highest civilian honour for his contribution to the Soviet atomic bomb programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs William J. Broad wrote in \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, Koval was “one of the most important spies of the twentieth century,” but because of his success, he is also the least known. \u003ci\u003eSleeper Agent\u003c\/i\u003e is his fascinating story, a real-life thriller as gripping as any spy novel and “worthy of John le Carré” (\u003ci\u003eThe New York Journal of Books\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552053940460,"sku":"9781501173950","price":33.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13019123482722.jpg?v=1750014070"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ann-hagedorn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}