Skip to content

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies Paperback - 2020

by Nicholas Reed


From the publisher

Major Ronnie Reed was case officer for the infamous Agent Zigzag and the face behind Operation Mincemeat. But how did this young BBC radio operator, with no money and qualifications to speak of, reach such an important position in his twenties? Why did Agent Zigzag (Eddie Chapman) give Ronnie his Iron Cross, awarded to Zigzag by Hitler himself? And how, within 10 years following World War II, did Ronnie find himself heading the anti-Russian department of MI5, dealing with notorious spies such as Philby, Burgess and Maclean? In an interview filmed in 1994, shortly before Ronnie's death, he revealed his remarkable story to his son, Nicholas. Here, Nicolas Reed reproduces that interview and fills in the background.

Details

  • Title The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies
  • Author Nicholas Reed
  • Binding Paperback
  • Pages 240
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher History Press
  • Date 2020-12-01
  • ISBN 9780750992640 / 0750992646
  • Weight 0.57 lbs (0.26 kg)
  • Dimensions 7.6 x 5 x 0.8 in (19.30 x 12.70 x 2.03 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 20th Century

About the author

Nicholas Reed is the author of five books on French Impressionists in England. He is the son of legendary MI5 officer Ronnie Reed.
Back to Top

More Copies for Sale

The Spy Runner : Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Spy Runner : Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • Used
Condition
Used - Very Good
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Dunfermline, Fife, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$9.32
NZ$16.94 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
History Press Limited, The. Used - Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Item Price
NZ$9.32
NZ$16.94 shipping to USA
The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies
More Photos

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Nicholas Reed

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$15.16
NZ$7.62 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
The History Press, 2020. Paperback. New. New softcover in printed wraps. Includes B&W photography and index. 240 pp. Fast shipping in a secure book box mailer with tracking. Major Ronnie Reed was case officer for the infamous Agent Zigzag and the face behind Operation Mincemeat. But how did this young BBC radio operator, with no money and qualifications to speak of, reach such an important position in his twenties? Why did Agent Zigzag (Eddie Chapman) give Ronnie his Iron Cross, awarded to Zigzag by Hitler himself? And how, within 10 years following World War II, did Ronnie find himself heading the anti-Russian department of MI5, dealing with notorious spies such as Philby, Burgess and Maclean? In an interview filmed in 1994, shortly before Ronnie's death, he revealed his remarkable story to his son, Nicholas. Here, Nicolas Reed reproduces that interview and fills in the background.
Item Price
NZ$15.16
NZ$7.62 shipping to USA
The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 3 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$19.03
NZ$21.24 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
History Pr Ltd, 2020. Paperback. New. 256 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.75 inches.
Item Price
NZ$19.03
NZ$21.24 shipping to USA
Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • Used
  • very good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Very Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
2
Seller
GORING BY SEA, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 2 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$20.35
NZ$18.20 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Paperback. Very Good.
Item Price
NZ$20.35
NZ$18.20 shipping to USA
Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • Used
  • good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
1
Seller
GORING BY SEA, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 2 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$20.35
NZ$18.20 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Paperback. Good.
Item Price
NZ$20.35
NZ$18.20 shipping to USA
Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Nicholas Reed

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
10
Seller
Southport, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$23.64
NZ$21.13 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Paperback / softback. New. The life of Major Ronnie Reed, legendary MI5 officer from 1942 to 1976, is revealed in his only interview, recorded by his son
Item Price
NZ$23.64
NZ$21.13 shipping to USA
Spy Runner

Spy Runner

by Nicholas Reed

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Uxbridge, Greater London, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$26.98
NZ$16.97 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Paperback / softback. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; The life of Major Ronnie Reed, legendary MI5 officer from 1942 to 1976, is revealed in his only interview, recorded by his son
Item Price
NZ$26.98
NZ$16.97 shipping to USA
The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$24.68
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
The History Press, 2020-12-01. Paperback. New. 5x0x7. Paperback. An unused, unmarked and unblemished copy.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!
Item Price
NZ$24.68
FREE shipping to USA
The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Spy Runner: Ronnie Reed and Agent Zigzag, Operation Mincemeat and the Cambridge Spies

by Reed, Nicholas

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780750992640 / 0750992646
Quantity Available
3
Seller
campbelltown, Florida, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 2 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$32.19
NZ$25.41 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
The History Press. Paperback. New. 10x7x0.
Item Price
NZ$32.19
NZ$25.41 shipping to USA