Description
Young Philby by Robert Littell explores the shadowy early life of Kim Philby — the most infamous double agent in British espionage history. Before his defection to Moscow in 1963, Philby rose through the ranks of MI6, charming his way into the highest levels of intelligence while secretly working for the Soviet Union.
Told through the eyes of his friends, lovers, and handlers on both sides of the Iron Curtain, Littell’s masterful narrative unravels how an idealistic young man became the ultimate traitor. Was Philby driven by ideology, ambition, or something darker? Each perspective deepens the mystery of a man who deceived everyone — perhaps even himself.
Brilliantly researched and psychologically sharp, Young Philby offers an absorbing glimpse into betrayal, loyalty, and the moral cost of espionage.
