Espionage: A Reference Handbook

by Glenn P. Hastedt

Book Overview

A unique exploration into the fascinating world of human and technological espionage, its contributions to national security, and its vital role in global politics.

Espionage: A Reference Handbook illuminates the murky underworld of espionage and counterespionage efforts in the United States and around the world. Combining an academic treatment of the causes and forces that shape espionage with narrative accounts of how spying...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1576079503
• ISBN13: 9781576079508
• Release Date: August 2003
• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.4"
• Age Range: 12 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 7 and higher

Customer Reviews

Outstanding Reference for a Complex Subject

Well written and organized, Espionage is divided into 7 sections: 1) Espionage in the U.S. - this is a brief history beginning with the American Revolution and concluding with the post-9/11 period. 2) Understanding the Contemporary Espionage Debate - this covers a variety of topics such as the Intelligence Cycle, Economic Espionage, Counterespionage, etc. 3) Espionage around the World - brief overviews of Great Britain, Israel, China, Soviet Union/Russia, and other states. 4) Biographical Sketches - 35 notable personalities are covered. 5) Documents - a selection of excerpts from key documents related to espionage such as Presidential Orders, Loyalty Programs, and Project MINARET. 6) Chronology - a historical timeline (this is sparse and the least useful part of the book) 7) Print and Nonprint Resources - an excellent guide to further information. (The first 3 sections of the book have additional "further reading" and references listed separately.) The information seems to be as unbiased and objective as possible. I found it to be very educational and a great introduction to the subject.