Two men stood before the nation and made accusations that would capture America's attention. One man, Whittaker Chambers was an admitted ex-Communist spy. He claimed the other man, Alger Hiss, had also been a Communist spy. Hiss, a well-respected man who had worked for the United States government, claimed that Chambers was a liar. The author outlines this fascinating case that became a symbol of the Cold War struggles between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Two men stood before the nation and made accusations that would capture America's attention. One man, Whittaker Chambers was an admitted ex-Communist spy. He claimed the other man, Alger Hiss, had also been a Communist spy. Hiss, a well-respected man who had worked for the United States government, claimed that Chambers was a liar. The author outlines this fascinating case that became a symbol of the Cold War struggles between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Very Good. Great book! Slight shelf wear on pictorial cover, library stamps on edges & endpage, no marks in text. From School Library Journal Gr 7 Up-A pivotal court case is brought to life. The scene opens with details about the lives of Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss, giving some idea of the motivations that later brought them into the spotlight. Out of fear fo.
