Offering a comprehensive examination of the CIA, this book marks the first significant history of the agency in ten years, coinciding with its seventieth anniversary. It delves into the agency's formation, evolution, and pivotal moments, providing insights into its impact on global events. The author, praised for their engaging writing style, presents a narrative that is both informative and accessible, making complex historical events understandable for a wide audience.
The Ghosts of Langley is the story of spymasters, their minions, and the ways in which the Central Intelligence Agency changed the world we see. This is a story of determined men and women who believed in their mission, followed White House orders, and sometimes made them up.
Eminent scholar John Prados brings his deep expertise to the subject of the US Special Forces and provides an essential primer on its various components.
The book provides a compelling examination of intelligence abuses by the CIA from the Cold War era to the war on terror, highlighting the systemic issues and efforts to cover up these actions. It includes a new epilogue that reflects on Edward Snowden's revelations, adding contemporary relevance to the discussion of government transparency and accountability. Through detailed accounts, it underscores the implications of unchecked power within intelligence agencies and the importance of safeguarding civil liberties.
100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Gifted and Talented will provide a rich package of materials and ideas at an economically attractive price with the added attraction that for the time challenged teacher, little or no work needs to be done in preparing and presenting the enrichment activities within the book
The Solomons Campaign and the Eclipse of the Rising Sun
Focusing on the aftermath of the Battle of Midway, this book reveals how Japanese forces swiftly recovered and maintained their offensive despite the setback. John Prados, a respected historian and military intelligence expert, challenges the conventional narrative by illustrating the resilience and strategic maneuvers of the Japanese military following this pivotal battle, providing a nuanced perspective on the broader conflict in the Pacific.
A new perspective on the greatest military offensive the world had ever seen, for the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Normandy campaign.
Focusing on the CIA's covert operations, this book situates these secret wars within America's broader pursuit of democracy and global values. National security historian John Prados provides an extensive and detailed history, aiming to deliver a near-definitive account of the agency's clandestine activities. The narrative explores the complexities and implications of these operations in the context of national security and democratic ideals.
Takes a look at the Vietnam war and the debates about it. Highlighting Ike's seminal and long-lasting influence on the Vietnam policy, this book demonstrates how and why our range of choices narrowed with each passing year, while our decision-making continued to be distorted by Cold War politics. číst celé
William E Colby was one of the most enigmatic figures of the Cold War and a central player in the operations of the Central Intelligence Agency. This title tracks Colby's life and career from early years in the OSS to his tumultuous tenure as Director of Central Intelligence in the 1970s. It... číst celé