{"product_id":"2026100004167-secondhand-the-circus-mi5-operations-1945-1972","title":"The Circus: Mi5 Operations 1945-1972","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdition: 1st us ed.,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Wear and tear\u003cbr\u003ePages: Yellowed         ,          price clipped\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Boards in good condition. DJ with small tear. Yellowed endpapers. Clean and bright copy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNigel 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48549032198363,"sku":"2026100004167-SECONDHAND","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/5d3455e8-09ba-40d5-a65c-87a829a31937.png?v=1775144314","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100004167-secondhand-the-circus-mi5-operations-1945-1972","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}