{"title":"Ronald Drabkin","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing works of \u003cstrong\u003eRonald Drabkin\u003c\/strong\u003e, an author who skilfully blends personal narrative and historical moments to craft compelling stories. Known for his adept storytelling, Drabkin invites readers into a world of espionage and history with books like \u003cem\u003eBeverly Hills Spy\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating memoir that delves into the shadowy life of a Cold War protagonist. His ability to weave personal experience with larger historical contexts offers readers a unique and insightful perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrabkin's books, often found in the \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e category, provide a fascinating exploration of real-life espionage, offering a glimpse into the clandestine activities that shaped global history. Whether you're a history buff or someone who loves a good spy story, Ronald Drabkin's books promise suspense, authenticity, and a deeper understanding of pivotal historical moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with his narratives and deepen your appreciation for the nuances of espionage and personal histories through his expertly crafted literary works.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beverly-hills-spy-by-ronald-drabkin-9780063310070","title":"Beverly Hills Spy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeverly Hills Spy\u003c\/em\u003e is a captivating tale in the spirit of Ben Macintyre’s greatest spy nonfiction. This truly unbelievable and previously untold story covers the life of Frederick Rutland—a debonair British WWI hero, flying ace, a fixture of Los Angeles society, and a friend of Golden Age Hollywood stars—who turned into a spy for Japan during the lead-up to the attack on Pearl Harbor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick Rutland was not only an accomplished aviator and British WWI war hero but also a real-life James Bond. As the first pilot to take off and land a plane on a ship, he was a celebrated warrior known for his bravery and rescue feats. Trusted by the admirals of the Royal Navy, Rutland pursued successive aeronautical inventions and designed the first modern aircraft carrier, becoming perhaps the most renowned early twentieth-century naval aviator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite his achievements, Rutland faced professional stagnation due to class politics, and was not promoted within the new Royal Air Force after WWI. Disillusioned, Rutland became a spy for the Japanese government, driven by the promise of riches and a salary ten times that of the highest-paid admiral. He was shuttled between Los Angeles and Tokyo, living in substantial mansions in both Beverly Hills and Yokohama. By insinuating himself into both LA's high society and Japan's high command, Rutland provided strategic and technical intelligence that included US troop and fleet movements, military preparedness, warplane production, and ultimately, crucial information and aircraft technology for Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. All this occurred while he led a double life, mingling at private California clubs and hosting lavish gatherings for Hollywood stars and military dignitaries in his Los Angeles Bird Streets mansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupported by recently declassified FBI files and incorporating unique and rare research from MI5 and Japanese Naval archives, author Ronald Drabkin meticulously pieces together, for the first time, the stranger-than-fiction story of one of espionage history's most fascinating and enigmatic characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46626915188972,"sku":"9780063310070","price":59.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14304803482210.jpg?v=1751874209"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ronald-drabkin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}