# The Light of Day by Eric Ambler (Paperback)

Arthur Abdel Simpson is a failed journalist and soon-to-be failed thief, embittered by memories of his unhappy childhood in England and eking out a living in Athens. When he spots a newly arrived tourist at the airport, he offers his services as a private driver and sees an easy chance to make some money by illicit means. But the out-matched Simpson soon finds himself embroiled in blackmail and driving a highly suspicious car to Istanbul. When he is stopped by the Turkish police, it seems his luck can't get any worse - but this is just the beginning . . .  
  
Adapted as the classic film _Topkapi_ and featuring one of literature's greatest heist scenes, _Light of Day_ is a heart-stopping and highly enjoyable novel from the father of the spy thriller.

## Details

- **Price:** 9.99 GBP
- **Vendor:** Penguin Canada
- **Type:** Eric Ambler
- **Tags:** Adult, Crime & Mystery, Literary Fiction, Paperback, Thriller & Suspense

## Variants

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> Updated: 2026-09-08