Publication

2009 - CQ Press, Washington, D.C, District of Columbia

Language

English

Word Count

91,000 words, Guess

Page Count

364 pages

Identifiers

and 4 more

Classifications

  • DDC327.1273
  • LCCJK468.I6 L65 2009
  • LCCJK468.I6L65 2009

Description

Intelligence veteran Mark M. Lowenthal presents an academic introduction to the history and current role of intelligence agencies in the foreign policy of the United States. He surveys the growth of the intelligence agencies, examines their place in the general structure of government, reviews policy debates about the scope and nature of intelligence activities, and discusses intelligence reforms. With his friendly prose, he demystifies a complicated and complex process. Rich with examples and anecdotes, Intelligence also includes bolded key terms, an acronym list, suggested readings and websites, and a list of major intelligence reviews or proposals. On the Military Intelligence History Reading List. CISAC READING LIST.

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Other Editions

  • Intelligence: from secrets to policyCQ Press2009-01-01

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