Hidden Secrets: The Complete History of Espionage and the Technology Used to Support It

by David L. Owen

Book Overview

For fans of James Bond movies, Tom Clancy, John Le Carr and Robert Ludlum, Hidden Secrets is a compelling look at the real world of the spy. Often called the second oldest profession, espionage has... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1552975657
• ISBN13: 9781552975657
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.7" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Fun, Exciting, Read

Hidden secrets is not the type of book that one will study for hours upon hours however, it is most likely one of the most interesting books that I have read in the past year or so. Hidden Secrets is a brief overview of all areas of espionage, from electronic surveillance, to deception campaigns. Especially fun are the short case studies presented. This book can be read quickly and is most definitely for somebody seeking enjoyment of their time and not for espionage study. If you desire a short, fun read for a boring event such as a long plane ride haul along Hidden secrets.

A focus on the changing espionage technologies

Other titles have provided a history of espionage or specific agents: Hidden Secrets combines a focus on the changing technologies used to support espionage, examining the real world of the spy and using color illustrations, photos, and abundant side-bars of information to explain differences between historical and modern spying. Absorbing and revealing.