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Listen to the Summary of Damien Lewis's Agent Josephine in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Agent Josephine" by Damien Lewis tells the remarkable story of Josephine Baker, an American-born French entertainer who became a spy for the French Resistance during World War II. The book chronicles her journey from her rise to stardom in Paris to her courageous espionage activities against Nazi Germany. Despite facing prejudice in America, Baker found acceptance and fame in France, which she reciprocated by serving as an 'Honorary Correspondent' for French intelligence...
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