Ludlum, Robert - Introduction

Robert Ludlum 1927–

(Also wrote under pseudonyms of Jonathan Ryder and Michael Shepherd) American writer of spy-thrillers.

Ludlum's best-selling formula novels deal with political scandal, espionage, and intrigue, often involving real historical figures in far-fetched, but plausible, schemes.

(See also Contemporary Authors, Vols. 33-36, rev. ed.)