The Enemy Within

A History of Spies, Spymasters and Espionage

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Description

Separating myth from reality, The Enemy Within traces the history of espionage from its development in ancient times through to the end of the Cold War and beyond, shedding light on the clandestine activities that have so often tipped the balance in times of war. This detailed account delves into the murky depths of the realm of spymasters and their spies, revealing many amazing and often bizarre stories along the way. From the monkey hanged as a spy during the Napoleonic wars to the British Double Cross Committee in World War II, this journey through the history of espionage shows us that no two spies are alike and their fascinating stories are fraught with danger and intrigue.

Product details

Published Dec 20 2011
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Extent 368
ISBN 9781780962245
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 18 b/w; 21 col
Series General Military
Short code GNM
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Terry Crowdy

Terry Crowdy has long been fascinated by many aspe…

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