The Circus: Mi5 Operations 1945-1972
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 1st us ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. DJ with small tear. Yellowed endpapers. Clean and bright copy.
Nigel West's The Circus: Mi5 1945-1972 chronicles the clandestine operations of Britain's Security Service during a pivotal Cold War era. This authoritative historical account uncovers the intricate web of counter-espionage activities, detailing the agency's efforts to safeguard national security against Soviet infiltration and other threats. The narrative presents a compelling look into the lives of agents and the high-stakes intelligence gathering that defined the period. It illustrates the strategic challenges and triumphs faced by MI5, offering an unparalleled perspective on the hidden battles fought behind the scenes. West meticulously documents the evolution of intelligence tactics and the significant impact of these covert actions on global politics, providing an essential read for enthusiasts of espionage history.
Author: Nigel West
Format: Hardback
Published: 1983, STEIN AND DAY/Publishers/New York
Edition: 1st us ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. DJ with small tear. Yellowed endpapers. Clean and bright copy.
Nigel West's The Circus: Mi5 1945-1972 chronicles the clandestine operations of Britain's Security Service during a pivotal Cold War era. This authoritative historical account uncovers the intricate web of counter-espionage activities, detailing the agency's efforts to safeguard national security against Soviet infiltration and other threats. The narrative presents a compelling look into the lives of agents and the high-stakes intelligence gathering that defined the period. It illustrates the strategic challenges and triumphs faced by MI5, offering an unparalleled perspective on the hidden battles fought behind the scenes. West meticulously documents the evolution of intelligence tactics and the significant impact of these covert actions on global politics, providing an essential read for enthusiasts of espionage history.