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"The Spy in the Elevator" was written by Donald E. Westlake and published in 1961. Prolific crime fiction author known for his comic capers and iconic characters Parker and John Dortmunder.

The Spy in the Elevator

1961

Donald E. Westlake

The Spy in the Elevator

Name: The Spy in the Elevator
Rating: 3.49 (76 reviews)
Author: Donald E. Westlake

Donald E. Westlake

1961

The Spy in the Elevator is a satirical science fiction novella by Donald E. Westlake, first published in 1961. Set in a dystopian future where society resides in vertical Projects due to a devastated outside world, it follows Edmund Rice as he navigates a chaotic day filled with misfortunes, including a malfunctioning elevator that traps a spy. The story explores themes of love, anxiety, and societal paranoia, blending dark humor with social commentary as Rice confronts absurdity and philosophical debates about freedom and survival.