The Mask of Dimitrios
(Author) Eric AmblerEnglish crime novelist Charles Latimer is travelling in Istanbul when he makes the acquaintance of Turkish police inspector Colonel Haki. It is from him that he first hears of the mysterious Dimitrios – an infamous master criminal, long wanted by the law, whose body has just been fished out of the Bosphorus. Fascinated by the story, Latimer decides to retrace Dimitrios’ steps across Europe to gather material for a new book. But, as he gradually discovers more about his subject’s shadowy history, fascination tips over into obsession. And, in entering Dimitrios’ criminal underworld, Latimer realizes that his own life may be on the line.
Eric Ambler
Eric Ambler was a British author known for his groundbreaking spy novels that revolutionized the genre. His most famous work, "The Mask of Dimitrios," introduced a new level of depth and complexity to espionage fiction. Ambler's realistic portrayal of characters and intricate plots have influenced countless writers in the genre.
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