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“The important thing to know about an assassination or an attempted assassination is not who fired the shot, but who paid for the bullet.”

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Eric Ambler
Eric Ambler

Eric Ambler, a renowned British author and screenwriter, was born on June 28, 1909, in London. Known for his suspense and espionage-themed works, Ambler's influence on the genre has been profound. His distinctive writing style combines complex plots with deep character development, earning him the title of 'the father of spy fiction'. more

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