The Case of the Poisoned Umbrella: How a Tiny Pellet Shook the World of Spies

By Fred Green

A single prick. A tiny pellet. A deadly secret.

In 1978, Georgi Markov, a fearless journalist and critic of Bulgaria's oppressive regime, was assassinated in broad daylight-by a weapon no one could imagine: a poisoned umbrella. One tiny pellet carrying lethal ricin changed the course of espionage history forever. This was not just a murder; it was a message from the shadows of the Cold War.

The Case of the Poisoned Umbrella: How a Tiny Pellet Shook the World of Spies takes you inside one of the most audacious and mysterious assassination attempts of the 20th century. Step into the hidden world of spies, secret weapons, and deadly intelligence operations. Discover how an ordinary object became a symbol of fear and intrigue, and how courage, truth, and betrayal collided in a chilling game of power.

Inside this book, you will uncover:

The shocking story of Georgi Markov, the man who dared to speak against a powerful regime.
How a seemingly ordinary umbrella became a weapon capable of killing in seconds.
The terrifying secrets of Cold War espionage, assassination plots, and state-sponsored murder.
The investigation that stretched across borders, filled with mystery, deception, and danger.
The lasting legacy of the poisoned umbrella and the lessons it teaches about truth, courage, and human cost.

Perfect for fans of true crime, spy thrillers, Cold War history, political intrigue, and mysterious assassinations, this book combines real-life events with suspenseful storytelling that reads like a thriller. Every page pulls you deeper into a world where danger hides in plain sight, and even the smallest actions can have deadly consequences.

If you've ever been fascinated by spies, covert operations, or historical mysteries, this book will grip you from the first word to the last. The poisoned umbrella was small, silent, and deadly-but its story is unforgettable.

Pick up your copy today and uncover the secrets, lies, and deadly intrigue behind the most unusual assassination in history.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FV36JH98
• ISBN13: 9798268497076
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"