Spies of the Kaiser

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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century espionage, this work by Le Queux delves into the paranoia surrounding German secret agents and their alleged plans to invade Britain. It not only entertains but also significantly influenced the establishment of MI5, Britain's counter-espionage agency. Intelligence historian Nicholas Hiley provides insight into how Le Queux's mix of fact and fiction shaped the mindset of British secret service officers, prompting a nationwide search for an imaginary foe.