Isbn: 9780452295476 - spycraft: the secret history of the cia's spytechs from communism to al-qaeda (12 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Illustrated. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Zustand: Fair. Signed Copy . Signed by author on title page.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Paperback. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. - Great overall condition. Minor cosmetic wear. No noteworthy blemishes. No writing.; - We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 576 pages. 8.75x5.75x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 576 pages. 8.75x5.75x1.50 inches. In Stock.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionageIn this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechsmuch of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public. The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as: What does it take to build a quiet helicopter How does one embed a listening device in a cat What is an invisible photo used for These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensionsincluding the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage. "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."Wired"Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."TheWashington Times"This is a story I thought could never be told."JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…