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Deserters 20 Exciting Real Cases
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Deserters 20 Exciting Real Cases

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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Discover the most shocking stories of betrayal, bravery, and the search for freedom!

Have you ever wondered what drives a person to leave everything, even their own country, and risk their life to start over in a foreign land, often in the territory of their enemies?

We present to you "Deserters: 20 Exciting Real Cases", a book that immerses you in the true stories of those who decided to defect, changing the course of their lives and, in some cases, altering the course of history.

This fascinating book reveals the hidden motivations, moral dilemmas, and unimaginable risks faced by 20 famous people, from spies and pilots to dancers and activists. Through their biographies, you will understand the reasons that drove them to defy political, ideological, and personal barriers to flee their country of origin, facing betrayal, persecution, and the eternal uncertainty of whether they would ever feel safe again.

What will you find in "Deserters"?

Political Intrigue: Meet characters like Kim Philby, the British spy who betrayed his country to become an agent of the Soviet Union.

Quest for Freedom: Follow in the footsteps of Nadia Comaneci, the gymnastics legend who risked her life to escape repression in Romania.

Escape to the Truth: Read about Edward Snowden, who revealed US state secrets and found refuge in Russia, becoming one of the most debated defectors of the 21st century.

Identity Crisis: Discover the shocking story of Orestes Lorenzo, a Cuban pilot who not only defected but returned to the island to rescue his family on a dangerous clandestine mission.

Why is this book for you?

If you love history: Defections have changed the course of history, from the Cold War to today's tensions. Learn the stories behind the headlines.

If you're passionate about human psychology: What drives someone to betray everything they know? This book offers an in-depth look at the emotions and decisions that led each defector to make their dramatic choice.

If you enjoy real suspense: Each chapter is filled with tension, revealing the decisive moments when each defector had to choose between loyalty to their country and their desire for freedom or safety.

Don't miss these gripping stories of courage and controversy!

"Deserters: 20 Fascinating True Cases" is much more than a collection of biographies; it's an exploration of the most difficult human decisions. These stories will make you question what you would do in similar situations, and lead you to understand the emotional and personal cost of defecting.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Ediciones Afrodita
Date
19 October 2024
Pages
86
ISBN
9798227723345

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Discover the most shocking stories of betrayal, bravery, and the search for freedom!

Have you ever wondered what drives a person to leave everything, even their own country, and risk their life to start over in a foreign land, often in the territory of their enemies?

We present to you "Deserters: 20 Exciting Real Cases", a book that immerses you in the true stories of those who decided to defect, changing the course of their lives and, in some cases, altering the course of history.

This fascinating book reveals the hidden motivations, moral dilemmas, and unimaginable risks faced by 20 famous people, from spies and pilots to dancers and activists. Through their biographies, you will understand the reasons that drove them to defy political, ideological, and personal barriers to flee their country of origin, facing betrayal, persecution, and the eternal uncertainty of whether they would ever feel safe again.

What will you find in "Deserters"?

Political Intrigue: Meet characters like Kim Philby, the British spy who betrayed his country to become an agent of the Soviet Union.

Quest for Freedom: Follow in the footsteps of Nadia Comaneci, the gymnastics legend who risked her life to escape repression in Romania.

Escape to the Truth: Read about Edward Snowden, who revealed US state secrets and found refuge in Russia, becoming one of the most debated defectors of the 21st century.

Identity Crisis: Discover the shocking story of Orestes Lorenzo, a Cuban pilot who not only defected but returned to the island to rescue his family on a dangerous clandestine mission.

Why is this book for you?

If you love history: Defections have changed the course of history, from the Cold War to today's tensions. Learn the stories behind the headlines.

If you're passionate about human psychology: What drives someone to betray everything they know? This book offers an in-depth look at the emotions and decisions that led each defector to make their dramatic choice.

If you enjoy real suspense: Each chapter is filled with tension, revealing the decisive moments when each defector had to choose between loyalty to their country and their desire for freedom or safety.

Don't miss these gripping stories of courage and controversy!

"Deserters: 20 Fascinating True Cases" is much more than a collection of biographies; it's an exploration of the most difficult human decisions. These stories will make you question what you would do in similar situations, and lead you to understand the emotional and personal cost of defecting.

Read More
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Ediciones Afrodita
Date
19 October 2024
Pages
86
ISBN
9798227723345