Pistols! Treason! Murder!: The Rise and Fall of a Master Spy

Set against the backdrop of 17th-century Venice, the narrative follows Gerolamo Vano, a master spy whose cunning and deceit shaped the political landscape of his time. Historian Jonathan Walker delves into Vano's life through surveillance reports and archives, revealing a world rife with espionage and paranoia. The biography is uniquely presented with comic strips and imagined dialogues, offering an innovative approach to historical storytelling. Vano's intricate web of lies led to the downfall of many, culminating in his own trial in 1622, making this a gripping tale of intrigue and betrayal.