Plots and Paranoia: History of Political Espionage in Britain, 1790-1988

Plots and Paranoia: History of Political Espionage in Britain, 1790-1988

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Author: Bernard Porter

Format: Hardback

Number of Pages: 304


The aim of this book is to describe the history of Britain's counter-subversive agencies and by placing them in their historical context, to assess their broader significance. It tells a story of spies, informers, political policemen, mail interceptors and phone-tappers. The book should be of interest to anyone concerned about present-day issues relating to Britain's "secret state" activities.
Format: Secondhand, Hardback


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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: Bernard Porter

Format: Hardback

Number of Pages: 304


The aim of this book is to describe the history of Britain's counter-subversive agencies and by placing them in their historical context, to assess their broader significance. It tells a story of spies, informers, political policemen, mail interceptors and phone-tappers. The book should be of interest to anyone concerned about present-day issues relating to Britain's "secret state" activities.