Agent 146: The True Story of a Nazi Spy in America

By Erich Gimpel

Book Overview

In 1944, the Third Reich learned that America was testing a secret weapon. In an effort to sabotage the program, the Fuhrer called upon Erich Gimpel, who arrived in a German U-boat off the coast of Maine. This is his story.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425194736
• ISBN13: 9780425194737
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Berkley Books
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.2" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Great book!

Excellent story behind the landing of two spies in America. Was a quick read do to the pace of the book. I never wanted to put it down. Highly suggest anyone interested in this period of history picking this book up to get an idea of what went on in this often unheard of side the Nazi attempt to win WW2.

The Mystery is still alive

Erich Gimpel did not die in 1956 in Germany as the official review at top states. He was living in South America as of 2002, with photographic proof if one simply searches the web carefully enough. I don't know where that death date comes from, but as far as I know he was still living in his '90's even as of 2004.

A powerful story

Agent 146 was a quick read and detailed the time before the author's career as a spy, during the time, and after. The story held my interest from beginning to end. It was interesting to learn how a man became a master spy and all the emotions and issues that come along with the job. The author was a spy and a soldier, but he was also a person with strong emotions. This was a big part of the book as he struggled with love and loyalty. A truly amazing account on a battlefield fought with wit, subterfuge, and proper manners.

From a 15 year old

I loved this book! It is a thrilling and captivating story told by a Nazi spy. It gives you a fascinating look at WW2 from the other side. This new perspective enhanced my understand of the war in many ways. Agent 146 is a book that is entrancing and informative. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in WW2.

A Riveting Story

"Page-turners" in literature are a rarity, but Erich Gimpel's book will keep your interest from beginning to end. From his secret submarine trip to Maine in 1944 to his near-hanging, there is never a slack moment. Erich was one of the few German spies who actually operated in America during the war, and in the 1950s a film was made of his adventures entitled "Spy for Germany": it is still being shown on TV.