The Spy in the Archive

"The Spy in the Archive" by Gordon Corera recounts the extraordinary story of Vasili Mitrokhin, an archivist for the KGB who secretly stole and smuggled a vast trove of Soviet secrets to the West. The book explores Mitrokhin's evolution from loyal Soviet official to dissident and spy, revealing his efforts to expose the covert workings of the Soviet Union. Through vivid storytelling, it offers a compelling look at the Cold War espionage that shaped global history, while providing insights into life within the Soviet state and one man's quest for truth.