{"product_id":"the-mystery-man-of-europe-sir-basil-zaharoff-paperback","title":"The Mystery Man of Europe Sir Basil Zaharoff - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRichard Lewinsohn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mystery Man of Europe Sir Basil Zaharoff is a biography written by Dr. Richard Lewinsohn, chronicling the life of Sir Basil Zaharoff, a Greek-born arms dealer and financier who became one of the most powerful men in Europe during the early 20th century. Zaharoff's life is shrouded in mystery and controversy, and the book delves into his early years in Greece, his time as a con artist in the United States, and his rise to power as a weapons dealer during World War I. Lewinsohn explores Zaharoff's relationships with powerful politicians and military leaders, including Winston Churchill and Kaiser Wilhelm II, as well as his involvement in various international conflicts and arms deals. The book also delves into Zaharoff's personal life, including his marriages and his rumored involvement in espionage and assassination plots. Overall, The Mystery Man of Europe Sir Basil Zaharoff provides a comprehensive look at the life of one of the most enigmatic figures in European history, shedding light on his complex personality and his impact on the world of politics and warfare.1929. With eight illustrations. The story of the international financier and munitions manufacturer. His name is best known in connection with the Vickers-Armstrong munitions firm, of which he was director and chairman. For his services to the Allies during World War I, Zaharoff was knighted by George V and decorated by the French government. He was, however, popularly known as the mystery man of Europe and was accused of fomenting warfare and of secret political intrigue through his association with European statesmen, notably Lloyd George, and through his reputed holdings in Krupp, Skoda, and other munitions firms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.58 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 07, 2004\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49137313775768,"sku":"9781417916894","price":48.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/8830\/4024\/files\/W0Z-FhBB2W9781417916894.webp?v=1779336036","url":"https:\/\/thepinkflamingobooks.myshopify.com\/products\/the-mystery-man-of-europe-sir-basil-zaharoff-paperback","provider":"The Pink Flamingo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}