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In this 'superb' (Kathryn Olmsted) new history of American intelligence, a celebrated historian uncovers how the CIA became the foremost defender of America's covert global empire

As World War II ended, the United States stood as the dominant power on the world stage. In 1947, to support its new global status, it created the CIA to analyze foreign intelligence. But within a few years, the Agency was engaged in other operations: bolstering pro-American governments, overthrowing nationalist leaders, and surveilling anti-imperial dissenters at home.

The Cold War was an obvious reason for this transformation--but not the only one. In The CIA, celebrated intelligence historian Hugh Wilford draws on decades of research to show the Agency as part of a larger picture, the history of Western empire. While young CIA officers imagined themselves as British imperial agents like T. E. Lawrence, successive US presidents used the covert powers of the Agency to hide overseas interventions from postcolonial foreigners and anti-imperial Americans alike. Even the CIA's post-9/11 global hunt for terrorists was haunted by the ghosts of empires past.

Comprehensive, original, and gripping, The CIA is the story of the birth of a new imperial order in the shadows. It offers the most complete account yet of how America adopted unaccountable power and secrecy abroad and at home.

Summary: In this superb (Kathryn Olmsted) new history of American intelligence. Captures attention with engaging content and a smooth narrative style. A satisfying read for those who appreciate clear writing and strong themes. This engaging book blends clear writing, rich detail, and rich and engaging content.
The CIA: An Imperial History book gives The CIA: An Imperial History and its fiction title format a focused place in a hardcover presentation. With Wilford, Hugh listed as the author or maker, this fiction title is a natural option for someone seeking this particular title. It contains 384 pages, is listed in English, and and is published by Basic Books.
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Author(s): Wilford, Hugh
Book Type: New Book
Genre: Intelligence & Espionage, Cold War
Format: Hardcover
ISBN-10: 154164591X
EAN: 9781541645912
Language: English
Number of Pages: 384
Publication Date: 2024-06-04
Publisher: Basic Books
Weight: 1.3 Pounds

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