The Spy and the Devil: The untold story of the MI6 agent who penetrated Hitler’s inner circle

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Tim Willasey-Wilsey

The Spy and the Devil

The untold story of the MI6 agent who penetrated Hitler’s inner circle

Tim Willasey-Wilsey

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John Blake Publishing Ltd
08 May 2025

Military history; Second World War; Espionage & secret services; Military intelligence

The forgotten tale of MI6's top spy in Nazi Germany and his bid to stop the Second World War.

In the world of espionage, where the accounts of renowned spies often dominate the narrative, this is a rare gem - an untold story of a completely unknown spy. Baron William de Ropp, a Baltic German aristocrat, wasn't just any ordinary spy; he was MI6's top secret agent in Nazi Germany from 1931 to 1939, managing to escape Berlin just before war broke out. This unsung hero had direct access to Adolf Hitler and an inside track on the Nazi regime. His reports, shrouded in secrecy, had the power to shape British policy toward Germany in a pivotal period of history.

The Spy and the Devil is a riveting tale of espionage, intrigue, and the untold impact of one man's secret mission on the course of history. A journey into the shadows of Nazi Germany, where a forgotten British spy worked tirelessly to avert catastrophe, and discover the secrets that history almost left behind.

Bill de Ropp's story has never been published in full before, adding an extra dimension to what is, by any standard, the account of a very remarkable man. Drawing on his years of service in the Foreign Office, Tim Willasey-Wilsey offers an insider's view of this outstandingly effective but enigmatic British spy.

By: Tim Willasey-Wilsey
Imprint: John Blake Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 166mm, Spine: 40mm
Weight: 710g
ISBN: 9781789468670
ISBN 10: 1789468671
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 08 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Tim Willasey-Wilsey, CMG, is Visiting Professor of War Studies at King's College, London and Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United-Services Institute (RUSI). He served for twenty-seven years as a Foreign Office diplomat in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. He has published numerous articles and reviews for both the national press and academic institutions and think tanks.