Description
An Officer and a Spy by Robert Harris is a gripping historical thriller inspired by the infamous Dreyfus Affair, one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in French history.
Set in Paris during the 1890s, the novel follows Colonel Georges Picquart, a senior intelligence officer who initially supports the conviction of Captain Alfred Dreyfus for treason. When Picquart uncovers evidence suggesting that Dreyfus was wrongfully convicted, he embarks on a dangerous search for the truth, placing his career, reputation, and personal safety at risk. As political intrigue, espionage, and institutional corruption unfold, he must decide whether justice is worth the price.
Blending meticulous historical research with masterful storytelling, An Officer and a Spy is a compelling novel of political conspiracy, courage, and the pursuit of truth. Robert Harris transforms a landmark historical event into a page-turning thriller that remains strikingly relevant today.
