The Private Wire To Washington: The Inside Story Of The Great Long Island Spy Mystery That Baffled The Secret Service (1919)

""The Private Wire To Washington: The Inside Story Of The Great Long Island Spy Mystery That Baffled The Secret Service"" is a non-fiction book written by Harold MacGrath in 1919. The book tells the story of a spy mystery that took place on Long Island during World War I, which had baffled the Secret Service. The author, who was a popular novelist of his time, uses his writing skills to narrate the events that led to the discovery of a German spy ring operating in the United States. The book is based on real-life events and is a detailed account of the investigation that was conducted to uncover the spy network. The author provides insights into the tactics used by the spies, the methods employed by the investigators to track them down, and the role played by the private wire that connected the investigators in Long Island to their counterparts in Washington. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in espionage, World War I history, or the workings of the Secret Service. It is a well-researched and engaging account of a real-life spy mystery that had a significant impact on the outcome of the war.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.