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The Siege: The Remarkable Story of the Greatest SAS Hostage Drama, from the Bestselling Author of The Spy and the Traitor
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Engaging Narrative
Immerse yourself in a gripping account of a high-stakes hostage rescue, combining deep research with a compelling storytelling style that captivates readers from start to finish.
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Written by a bestselling author known for meticulous historical accuracy, this book provides a trustworthy perspective on the tension, bravery, and strategy involved in SAS operations.
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Experience the adrenaline of real-life drama, with vivid descriptions that pull you into the heart of the situation, making it a must-read for anyone interested in military tactics and historical events.
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- FROM THE NO. 1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF SAS: ROGUE HEROES AND THE SPY AND THE TRAITOR. DISCOVER THE STORY OF THE SIX DAYS THAT SHOOK THE NATION!___________________April 30, 1980. Six heavily armed gunmen burst into the Iranian embassy in London, taking 26 people hostage.A tense six-day siege ensued as millions gathered around screens across the country to witness the longest news flash in British history. Six days in which police negotiators and psychiatrists sought a bloodless end to the standoff, and the SAS laid plans for a daring rescue mission.Drawing on unpublished source material, exclusive interviews, and witness testimony, bestselling historian Ben Macintyre tells the dramatic story in full for the first time – from the years and weeks of build-up on both sides, to the minute-by-minute of the rescue.The Siege is the remarkable story of what really happened on those fateful six days, of a moment that forever changed the way the nation thought about the SAS, and itself, forever.___________________'Masterly . . . it has never been recounted so pleasurably as it has been here' New York Times‘Macintyre does true-life espionage better than anyone else’ John PrestonBen Macintyre, Sunday Times bestseller, August 2023
| Publisher | Viking |
| Publication date | 12 Sept. 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 400 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241675677 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241675670 |
| Item weight | 696 g |
| Dimensions | 16.3 x 3.7 x 24.1 cm |
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The Siege The Remarkable Story Of The Greatest SAS Hostage Drama, From The Bestselling Author Of The Spy And The Traitor presents a captivating and detailed account of the Iranian Embassy siege, brought to life through Ben Macintyre's meticulous research. With a print length of 400 pages, this well-structured narrative combines serious detail with moments of comic relief, making it a compelling read for history enthusiasts. Readers commend Macintyre for his ability to pull from a wealth of sources, enhancing the story's authenticity. Despite minor errors regarding military terminology, the insightful exploration of characters and events makes it a highly recommended historical account that many find hard to put down.
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- Intriguing and detailed narrative of a historical event
- Well-researched with multiple sources cited
- Captures the tension of the hostage situation
- Engaging writing style with humor
- Offers insights into military operations and characters
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- Some minor errors in military terminology mentioned
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