The Spy

Interesting Facts

• The book is based on the true story of the famous dancer and spy Mata Hari.
• The main character, Mata Hari, was one of the most renowned women of her time, known for her exotic beauty and daring.
• The novel is written in the form of letters that Mata Hari writes to her daughter from prison, awaiting execution.
• Paulo Coelho uses real historical documents and letters in the book to create a more authentic narrative.
• The book explores themes of freedom, betrayal, and the power of femininity in a male-dominated world.
• Mata Hari was executed for espionage during World War I, although doubts about her guilt remain to this day.