Cover Stories (Routledge Revivals)

The book explores the evolution of the spy thriller genre from authors like John Buchanan to Ian Fleming and John Le Carré, illustrating how these narratives reflect the political and cultural shifts of the twentieth century. It analyzes the genre's typical structures, including themes of betrayal, disguise, and dual identities, highlighting how these stories address societal crises and contradictions related to nation, empire, class, and gender. Through this lens, the book reveals the deeper implications of spy fiction on modern society.