Download or read book Dynasty of Spies written by Outlet and published by . This book was released on 1988-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Dynasty of Spies written by Dan Sherman and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2022-10-11 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A saga following three generations of CIA officers from an author who has “considerable skill with espionage fiction” (Publishers Weekly). John Dancer, idealistic founding father of the CIA, was the inside man for the Allies during the Russian Revolution. His more cynical son, Allen, carried on the tradition during World War II, eavesdropping on the Kremlin. And his grandson, Jessie, did the company’s work in Vietnam—until he chose to challenge his harrowing heritage . . . Praise for Dan Sherman’s thrillers “Carefully simmered and intriguingly populated.” —Kirkus Reviews on Swann “An artfully constructed and most satisfying read.” —Publishers Weekly on The Traitor “A fast-moving espionage story. . . . Sherman keeps the action taut.” —The New York Times Book Review

Download or read book Spies and Scholars written by Gregory Afinogenov and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2020-04-14 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Financial Times Best Book of the Year The untold story of how Russian espionage in imperial China shaped the emergence of the Russian Empire as a global power. From the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, the Russian Empire made concerted efforts to collect information about China. It bribed Chinese porcelain-makers to give up trade secrets, sent Buddhist monks to Mongolia on intelligence-gathering missions, and trained students at its Orthodox mission in Beijing to spy on their hosts. From diplomatic offices to guard posts on the Chinese frontier, Russians were producing knowledge everywhere, not only at elite institutions like the Academy of Sciences in St. Petersburg. But that information was secret, not destined for wide circulation. Gregory Afinogenov distinguishes between the kinds of knowledge Russia sought over the years and argues that they changed with the shifting aims of the state and its perceived place in the world. In the seventeenth century, Russian bureaucrats were focused on China and the forbidding Siberian frontier. They relied more on spies, including Jesuit scholars stationed in China. In the early nineteenth century, the geopolitical challenge shifted to Europe: rivalry with Britain drove the Russians to stake their prestige on public-facing intellectual work, and knowledge of the East was embedded in the academy. None of these institutional configurations was especially effective in delivering strategic or commercial advantages. But various knowledge regimes did have their consequences. Knowledge filtered through Russian espionage and publication found its way to Europe, informing the encounter between China and Western empires. Based on extensive archival research in Russia and beyond, Spies and Scholars breaks down long-accepted assumptions about the connection between knowledge regimes and imperial power and excavates an intellectual legacy largely neglected by historians.

Download or read book Book of Spies written by Ralph D Sawyer and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-29 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only premodern contemplation of spies ever written apart from Sunzi's brief but incisive Art of War chapter, Jian Shu (Book of Spies) was completed in the last century of the severely weakened Qing dynasty to address pressing defensive needs. The first third of the book ponders the nature of clandestine intelligence gathering, including estrangement and disinformation, two crucial elements in the activist orientation that characterized China's theory and practice from the outset; agent categories and their missions; aspects of historical evolution; and the critical need for their skills despite the misgiving, even condemnation, of Confucian oriented officials. The remainder of the book consists of fifty-three historical exemplifications that show the techniques and their effects in practice. Interspersed with theoretical analysis and drawn from over 2500 years of strife and intrigue, they represent a veritable window on the practice of Chinese spycraft that remains of contemporary interest in the PRC. Ralph D. Sawyer, the translator, is a noted specialist in Chinese strategic and intelligence issues. His books on intelligence include The Tao of Spycraft: Intelligence Theory and Practice in Traditional China; The Tao of Deception: Unorthodox Warfare in Historic and Modern China; and Lever of Power: Military Deception in China and the West. His translation of important military works from China's voluminous tradition include The Seven Military Classics of Ancient China; Sun-tzu Art of War; Sun Pin Military Methods; Strategies for the Human Realm: Crux of the T'ai-pai Yin-ching; Zhuge Liang: Strategy, Achievements, and Writings; Ruminations in a Grass Hut; and One Hundred Unorthodox Strategies: Battle and Tactics of Chinese Warfare.

Download or read book Espionage in the Divided Stuart Dynasty written by Julian Whitehead and published by Pen and Sword History. This book was released on 2020-08-31 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King James II was the Catholic king of a Protestant nation, but he had inherited a secure crown and was able to put down the rebellion by his nephew the Duke of Monmouth. In just over three years James had been deserted by those he loved and trusted and had to flee to France in exile. His throne was seized by his son-in-law and daughter, and when they died, his younger daughter succeeded. For James it was a personal tragedy of King Lear proportions; for most of his subjects it was a ‘Glorious Revolution’ that saved his kingdoms from Popery. Over the next hundred years James or his descendants would attempt to win back the crown with French support and conspiring with British Jacobites and Tories. In Espionage in the Divided Stuart Dynasty, Julian Whitehead charts the inner workings of government intelligence during this unstable period, where it was by no means a forgone conclusion that James or his heirs would never regain the throne. It throws light on the murky world of spies and double agents at a time of intensive intrigue and betrayal, with many politicians and peers trying to keep a foot in both camps. It was especially important in such circumstances for a monarch to receive good intelligence about the many intrigues, but could those providing the intelligence be trusted?

Download or read book Like Father Like Son written by Vin Arthey and published by St Ermins. This book was released on 2005-02 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The crux of this absorbing and timely memoir of Cold War espionage is the swap of KGB agent Rudolph Abel for American pilot Frank Powers, back to their superpower homes in 1962. Abel had been caught spying in New York in the late 1950s; Powers shot down on a reconnaissance mission over Sverdlovsk in 1960. Yet astonishingly in 1983, it transpired that the man tried and convicted as Rudolph Abel was in fact Willie Fisher from Newcastle. The narrative traces Willie's story from Newcastle to Moscow to New York, tracing the birth of his father Heinrich to German parents in Russia. Despite marriage and a daughter and life in the northeast of England, Willie was dedicated to his Communist Party work, and an expertise with radio operation and his facility for languages. When Willie's spying activities were exposed in New York, cautious to the end he claimed to be Rudolph Abel, the name of an old comrade, and the Soviet authorities colluded in his deceit.

Download or read book The Book of Power written by Su Xun and published by DeepLogic. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The Book of Power” (权书Quan Shu) is a famous military book on ancient Chinese politics. It was written by Su Xun, a famous political commentator and writer in the Northern Song Dynasty. It covers many aspects of politics, economy, military affairs and legal system. It is not only a power book, but also a military book. Each article has annotations and translations. This book is among the series of Ancient Chinese Political Science.

Download or read book Spies for the Sultan written by Emrah Safa Gürkan and published by Georgetown University Press. This book was released on 2024-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Translated into English for the first time, this is a fascinating history of intelligence practices and their impact on great power rivalries in the early modern era In the sixteenth century, an intense rivalry between the Ottoman Empire and the Spanish Habsburg Empire and its allies spurred the creation of early modern intelligence. Translated into English for the first time, Emrah Safa Gürkan's Spies for the Sultan reconstructs this history of Ottoman espionage, sabotage, and bribery practices in the Mediterranean world. Then as now, collecting political, naval, military, and economic information was essential to staying one step ahead of your rivals. Porous and shifting borders, the ability to assume multiple identities, and variable allegiances made conditions in this era ripe for espionage around the Mediterranean. The Ottomans used networks of merchants, corsairs, soldiers, and other travelers to move among their enemies and report intelligence from points far and wide. The Ottoman sultans invested in the novel technologies of cryptography and stenography. Ottoman intelligence operatives not only collected information but also used disinformation, bribery, and sabotage to subvert their enemies. This history of early modern intelligence is based on extraordinary archival research in Turkey, Spain, Italy, Austria, and Croatia, and it provides important insights into the origins of modern intelligence.

Download or read book The Art of War written by Sun Tzu and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2021-12-21 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new translation of the ancient Chinese military classic that is widely admired by military and business strategists—with an introduction that provides sweeping historical context, and notes featuring contemporary commentary on Sun Tzu's wisdom over the centuries. For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has provided leaders with essential tactical and management advice. An elemental part of Chinese culture, it has also become a touchstone in the West for achieving success, whether on the battlefield or in business. This Vintage Classics edition features a brilliant translation by Peter Harris, first published by Everyman's Library in 2018. Alongside the pithy and powerful ancient text, Harris includes: • Notes • A bibliography • A chronology of Chinese dynasties • A map • Extracts from the canon of classical Chinese commentators • An illuminating introduction on the warrior-philosopher Sun Tzu and the role of The Art of War in history and today

Download or read book Studies in Intelligence written by and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 588 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Russian Roulette written by Giles Milton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-03-10 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recounts the extraordinary and thrilling story of the British spies in revolutionary Russia, led by Mansfield Cumming, who would one day pioneer the field of covert action and become MI6, and their mission to foil Lenin's plot for global revolution. 40,000 first printing.

Download or read book The Imperial Clan of Ming Dynasty written by Gu JunDao and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-06-03 with total page 1073 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the end of the Ming Dynasty until the end of the Ming Dynasty, he had become a slave of Jin Shang who starved to death. Where did he get such a good meal from in this apocalyptic era? Plundering of countries... No, this is trade. It was more comfortable being the emperor himself ... This sister-in-law Zhang Yan ... He had to take good care of her.

Download or read book Chinese Spies written by Roger Faligot and published by Hurst & Company. This book was released on 2019 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are the Chinese secret services now the most powerful in the world?

Download or read book The Art of War written by Mark Duncan and published by LLZ Publishing. This book was released on 2024-04-14 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Had I read this military treatise earlier, I might have avoided the disastrous defeat at Waterloo." -- Napoleon of France "The Art of War" is a classic Chinese military treatise attributed to Sun Tzu, a military strategist, and philosopher who lived in ancient China. Believed to have been written in the 5th century BCE, this influential work remains one of the most studied and widely read texts on strategy and tactics. The book is composed of thirteen chapters, each focusing on different aspects of warfare and strategy. While it is primarily a treatise on military strategy, its principles have been applied in various fields beyond the battlefield, including business, politics, and sports. Here are some key themes and principles discussed in "The Art of War": Strategic Planning: Sun Tzu emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, understanding the enemy, and knowing oneself. He stresses that victories are won before the actual combat through careful planning and preparation. Deception and Intelligence: The text underscores the use of deception as a crucial element in warfare. Sun Tzu emphasizes the importance of spies, reconnaissance, and gathering intelligence to gain an advantage over the enemy. Tactical Dispositions: The book delves into the importance of adaptability and flexibility in tactics. Sun Tzu advises that one should be able to adapt to changing circumstances and exploit the weaknesses of the enemy. Strengths and Weaknesses: Understanding one's strengths and weaknesses, as well as those of the enemy, is essential. Sun Tzu discusses the concept of "winning without fighting" by exploiting the enemy's vulnerabilities and avoiding their strengths. Terrain and Environment: The importance of understanding the terrain and environmental factors in warfare is highlighted. Sun Tzu discusses how favorable conditions can be leveraged for strategic advantage. Leadership and Morale: Effective leadership, discipline, and maintaining high morale among troops are emphasized as crucial factors in achieving victory.

Download or read book Umayyads and Abb sids written by Jirjī Zaydān and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Heavenly King Descending written by Du AiQingTian and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-06-18 with total page 677 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the vast expanse of the Azure Sky Prairie, the sky was covered in a haze. The biting cold gale swept through the entire prairie, causing layers of grass to turn over, causing people to be unable to open their eyes. Dark clouds also accumulated in the sky, and the clouds intersected and overlapped with each other. A thunderstorm that covered the entire prairie was about to arrive. Such weather was extremely rare in this famously sunny prairie.