Strategic Intelligence in the Cold War and Beyond (el. knyga) (skaityta knyga) | knygos.lt

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Covering the period since 1945 and the end of World War two this book looks at the huge number of debates, controversies and events that have occured in the field of intelligence and espionage. Always a hidden subject, even the definition of the term is controversial.

In this accessible volume, Jefferson Adams places the events and discussions that have sourounded the history of espoinage in their historical context, looking at themes which include:


the Cold War and various undertakings originating from both sides with emphasis on covert action and deception operations controversial examples involving Cuba, Chile, and Nicaragua, and some lesser known episodes. case studies which highlight the unexpected twists and turns of individual cases. a global approach the technological dimension spies in fiction, film and theatre and intelligence in the context of the post 9-11 world.
Including further reading, a glossary of key terms and a timeline of important events, this is an essential read for all those interested in the modern history of espionage.