"It is difficult to be king when the world is full of emperors."
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About Alan Furst
Alan Furst is an American author known for his historical spy novels set in Europe before and during World War II. Born in New York City, Furst worked as a freelance writer and editor before becoming a full-time novelist. His meticulously researched books revolve around ordinary people navigating the complex and dangerous political landscapes of the 1930s and 1940s. Furst is praised for his richly detailed settings, atmospheric writing style, and nuanced character portrayals.
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