Churchill's Secret Agent: A Novel Based on a True Story

Ciampoli, Max & Linda

ISBN 10: 0425229750 / ISBN 13: 9780425229750

Published by Berkeley Publishing, NY., 2010

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NEW. Paperback. SIGNED by BOTH AUTHORS on title page. A novelization of the true story of the author Max Ciampoli who as a young man was chosen by the British to perform as a spy against the Germans in Nazi occupied Europe, including the rescue of Jewish children and secreting them to safety. [B219]. Seller Inventory # 011741

Bibliographic Details

Title: Churchill's Secret Agent: A Novel Based on a...

Publisher: Berkeley Publishing, NY.

Publication Date: 2010

Binding: Soft cover

Signed: Signed by Authors

Edition: FIRST.

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Synopsis:

Based upon Max Hardonniere's own experience as a covert operative during World War II, this is the story of a young man whose acquaintance with Prime Minister Winston Churchill would lead to him being recruited and trained as a spy who would fight his own war from behind enemy lines.

About the Author:

Max Ciampoli was born in Paris and was raised in Monaco. With his godfather’s guidance and the approval of Winston Churchill, he served as a secret agent during World War II. He was wounded during the war and decided to emigrate to the United States where he worked various jobs including executive chef, horse-breeder, and the owner of several hair salons and car dealerships. Decades after the war, he began experiencing post traumatic disorder and with the help of his wife Linda, he decided to channel his experience into writing Churchill’s Secret Agent. 

Linda Ciampoli was born in Los Angeles and raised in Long Beach. She attended the University of Bordeaux, the Sorbonne in Paris, and University of California Los Angeles. She has worked in various fields including the hospitality and hotel industry.