The Life of Jack Barsky: An Average American with a Secret

Jack Barsky’s life as a computer programmer in Manhattan was seemingly ordinary, characterized by family responsibilities and a daily commute from Queens. However, beneath this façade lay the deeply concealed identity of a KGB sleeper agent who had been living in America under a stolen identity since 1979. Trained for years in espionage, Barsky's dual life presented a constant challenge as he juggled familial duties with the dangerous obligations of espionage. This stark contrast between his mundane routine and the clandestine missions he undertook highlighted the psychological complexities of living with two identities.