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SPY WORE RED: My Adventures as an Undercover Agent in World War II
with violent activities created to introduce her as a virtual Jane Bond of espionage when, in fact, she was a civil service clerk, grade 5 employed by the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), predecessor of today s Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). These violent activities assassinations, murders, wild car chases and the like, would have drawn the ire of Spain s dictator, Francisco Franco. Agents from both sides of the European conflict were allowed in neutral Spain provided they operated under conditions laid down by Franco:
NO VIOLENCE. One gunshot signaled a counter-revolution, a fear of all dictators.
Cranbrook Public Library
The Cranbrook Public Library is now open with extended hours (with some restrictions and reduced services.) We encourage patrons to limit their visits to 60 minutes. We also have a maximum number of patrons allowed in the building at one time, so you may be asked to wait.
Please wear a mask during your visit. Masks are mandatory now (and must be worn in accordance with provincial guidelines for your entire visit).
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"The Princess Spy: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones" by Larry Loftis; Atria Books (384 pages, $25.49) ––– First, she was a small-town
Bill Dawers
Pandemic or no pandemic, Savannah is now kicking off its bustling spring season of festivals.
While we are obviously missing out on vital opportunities to gather as a community and get to know more of our neighbors in face-to-face settings, the altered schedules present some opportunities that might benefit local culture in the long run.
The 32nd annual festival’s emphasis on virtual rather than live events has prompted a significant website upgrade and plans for high quality video streaming. Highlights will likely include a gospel concert featuring Demetrius West on Feb. 7 and the Future of Jazz Concert along with a tribute to the late Ben Tucker on Feb. 16.
Published January 17. 2021 12:01AM | Updated January 17. 2021 12:04PM
Angela Haupt, The Washington Post Get the weekly rundown Email Submit
Take a look back to survey your favorite reads in 2020. They might inspire which titles you pick up in 2021.
Here are 14 books, from a variety of genres, to consider based on recent favorites. If you enjoyed Little Disasters, by Sarah Vaughan, read The Push, by Ashley Audrain (out now)
What happens when a mother doesn t love her daughter? Audrain s debut is a tense, chilling dip into the dark side of motherhood, narrated by Blythe, whose own upbringing raises the question: Can one inherit an inability to parent? The Push is uncomfortable and provocative, like a train wreck that demands your gaze.